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Adenia spinosa
These beautiful seedlings of the caudiciform succulent from Southern Africa will be a great addition to your collection of african succulents. It's a very easy succulent to grow. Adenia grows thick trunks with long woody vines that can be pruned to a desired shape.
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Origin of Adenia spinosa
Adenia spinosa, also known as Spiny Greenstem or Elephant’s Foot, hails from the arid regions of southern Zimbabwe, Botswana, and northern South Africa. These rugged landscapes are its natural playground, where it thrives among rocks in hot, dry conditions. Its rarity is partly due to its limited distribution and the vulnerability of its habitat. The plants that we offer are 1-year-old seedlings, carefully nurtured for collectors.
Quick Care Tips
This plant is drought-tolerant, so you should water it sparingly. Let the soil dry out completely between watering sessions. It prefers bright, indirect light. Use well-draining soil to keep it happy. Ideal temperatures range from 70°F to 85°F. Pay attention to avoid cold and overwatering, which could lead to caudex rot. Propagation is possible with seeds or cuttings, but cuttings won't develop the signature caudex.
What Makes It Special
Adenia spinosa is a collector’s dream, showcasing a bulbous caudex that can reach up to 1.5 meters in diameter. Topped with thin, spiny branches, it looks almost bonsai-like. The branches double as tendrils, offering climbing potential. Its grey-green leaves and creamy-yellow flowers add to its visual appeal. With its slow growth and dramatic form, this plant isn’t just rare. It’s truly a living sculpture.
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Phytosanitary Certificate
It is possible to order a phytosanitary certificate for your order. The cost is $20 per order, regardless of the quantity of the plants. You can choose to include one in the checkout when choosing the shipping method.
Issuing the certificate may delay the shipping by up to 2 weeks. We will inform you about the shipping via e-mail.
No Pot or Soil
Please note all plants are shipped with neither the pot nor the soil to prevent any damage to the plants and to comply with worldwide import regulations regarding soil. We sometimes cut the leaves as well to ensure a safer transit for the plant.
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