Try for Free
tab list
PictureThis
English
arrow
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Svenska
Polskie
ภาษาไทย
Bahasa Melayu
Bahasa Indonesia
PictureThis
Search
Search Plants
Try for Free
Global
English
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Svenska
Polskie
ภาษาไทย
Bahasa Melayu
Bahasa Indonesia
This page looks better in the app
picturethis icon
Instantly identify plants with a snap
Snap a photo for instant plant ID, gaining quick insights on disease prevention, treatment, toxicity, care, uses, and symbolism, etc.
Download the App for Free picturethis icon
Continue Reading
cover

How to Grow and Care for Hottentot bread

Hottentot bread

Hottentot bread is a succulent plant that thrives in well-draining soil and requires minimal water, reflecting its drought tolerance. A notable care point is to prevent overwatering. It should be watered infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between watering sessions. Direct sunlight and high temperatures can lead to stress; therefore, hottentot bread benefits from partial shade and cooler conditions. Its care routine is generally straightforward, making it an easy plant to maintain for gardeners of all levels.

Icon water title

Watering schedule: Every week

Icon water title

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

In This Article

Planting and Growing Hottentot bread

ToughnessHigh
Care LevelLow
Care DifficultyEasy
LifespanPerennial
Watering ScheduleEvery week
Sunlight RequirementsFull sun
Soil TypePotting Mix, Garden Soil
Soil pH6-7.5
Icon code

Scan QR code to download

Common Pests & Diseases

Common issues for Hottentot bread based on 10 million real cases

Plant disease auto-diagnose & prevention
AI-powered plant doctor helps you diagnose plant problems in seconds.
Download the App for Free

More General Info About Hottentot bread

Quickly Identify Hottentot bread

Instantly identify plants with a snap
Snap a photo for instant plant ID, gaining quick insights on disease prevention, treatment, toxicity, care, uses, and symbolism, etc.
Download the App for Free
Hottentot bread is a climbing semi-evergreen with potential to grow elongated stems up to 10 feet (3 meters) from a substantial, contorted tuberous root reaching 2 feet (60 cm) in diameter. This root bears grey, wart-like protuberances. Its stems are verdant, carrying grey-green oval leaves approximately 0.5 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) in length. Hottentot bread is dioecious with separate male and female flowers, blooming with thick, narrow green calyces and white petal appendages. It produces 2 inch (5 cm) grey-green fruits on fertilized females. This plant can tolerate light frosts, down to about 25°F (-4°C).
Hottentot bread identify imageHottentot bread identify imageHottentot bread identify imageHottentot bread identify imageHottentot bread identify image
Learn More About Identifying Hottentot bread

More Info on Hottentot bread Growth and Care

Cultivate a Thriving Garden with PictureThis Guidance
Keep your plants happy and healthy with our guide to watering, lighting, feeding and more!
Download the App for Free
image

Plants with Same Care Needs

close
close
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
Identify grow and nurture the better way!
product icon
17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
product icon
Nearly 5 years of research
product icon
80+ scholars in botany and gardening
ad
ad
Botanist in your pocket
qrcode
PictureThis Ios DownloadPictureThis Android Download
Scan the QR code with your phone camera to download the app