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Pyrenacantha malvifolia
An East African caudex plant with flat tuber and climbing vines, popular for its unique form.
Pyrenacantha malvifolia grows in dry regions of East Africa including Kenya and Tanzania, belonging to the Icacinaceae family. It develops a flat to spherical swollen tuber from which climbing vines extend. Leaves are mallowlike in shape (malvifolia = mallow-leaved), relatively large and distinctive. The caudex surface is rough and textured with considerable visual character. The plant is dioecious. Growth is relatively fast and vines extend vigorously during the growing season. Full sun to bright partial shade with well-draining soil is appropriate. Generous watering during growth and complete winter drought are standard. Somewhat frost-sensitive. The large flat tuber and distinctive leaf form make it a characterful East African caudex species.
Origen
East Africa (Kenya and Tanzania)
Esperanza de vida
15-25 years
Tamaño
Tuber 10-30cm
Temperatura
10〜35℃
Light fertilizer
Flat swollen tuber
Climbing vine
Moderate in growing season
Winter deciduous dormancy
Advanced. Esta es una especie de nivel avanzado. Requiere equipo especializado y habilidades avanzadas de cría con control ambiental preciso.
La temperatura ideal para Pyrenacantha Malvifolia es 10〜35℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Pyrenacantha Malvifolia es 15-25 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Pyrenacantha Malvifolia típicamente alcanza Tuber 10-30cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Pyrenacantha Malvifolia se alimenta de: Light fertilizer. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Pyrenacantha Malvifolia varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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