Adenia fruticosa (Adenia fruticosa)
Adenia fruticosa is a succulent shrub native to Southern Africa, known for its swollen, caudiciform base and thorny branches.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of cactus/succulent soil with added perlite or grit is ideal.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of cactus/succulent soil with added perlite or grit is ideal.
Prefers warm temperatures.
Avoid frost; protect below 10°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed during growing season.
Use diluted balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familyPassifloraceae
- genusAdenia
- speciesAdenia fruticosa
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No