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Gerrardanthus macrorhizus
A cucurbit with large spherical green caudex producing vines, fast-growing and impressive.
Gerrardanthus macrorhizus grows in forest margins and dry woodland from Kenya and Tanzania to eastern South Africa, belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. As its name suggests (macrorhizus = large-rooted), it develops a large, spherical to oblate caudex in a distinctive green color—indicating the presence of chlorophyll enabling photosynthesis. Vigorous twining stems with divided, cucurbit-type leaves are produced during growth. Growth rate is relatively fast. Full sun to bright partial shade with well-draining soil is appropriate. Generous watering from spring through autumn and complete winter drought are standard. Somewhat frost-sensitive. The impressive presence of the large green spherical caudex combined with vigorous growth makes it one of the most popular cucurbit caudex plants in cultivation.
Origen
East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, and eastern South Africa)
Esperanza de vida
20+ years
Tamaño
Caudex 15-40cm
Temperatura
10〜35℃
−
Large green sphere
Fast growing
Vigorous vines
Hardy
Beginner. Esta es una especie amigable para principiantes. No requiere equipo especial ni experiencia, y puede mantenerse con éxito con una configuración de cuidado básica.
La temperatura ideal para Gerrardanthus Macrorhizus es 10〜35℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Gerrardanthus Macrorhizus es 20+ years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Gerrardanthus Macrorhizus típicamente alcanza Caudex 15-40cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Gerrardanthus Macrorhizus se alimenta de: −. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Gerrardanthus Macrorhizus varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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