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Edithcolea (Edithcolea grandis)

Edithcolea grandis is a succulent prized for its large, star-shaped flowers with intricate patterns and a carrion-like scent.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal. Protect from intense direct sun.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix, with good aeration. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during growth, cooler during dormancy.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season with diluted succulent fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal. Protect from intense direct sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix, with good aeration. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during growth, cooler during dormancy.

18-25°C growing, 10-15°C dormant

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season with diluted succulent fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Type

Reduced to scales

Flower Size

10-15 cm

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Synonyms
Ceropegia sordida (N.E.Br.) Bruyns
Edithcolea sordida N.E.Br.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderGentianales
  • familyApocynaceae
  • genusEdithcolea
  • speciesEdithcolea grandis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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