Adenia globosa

This very odd-looking deciduous shrub hails from tropical East Africa. Aided by its veritable armory of thorns, adenia globosa will climb vegetation or scramble over the ground if left to its own devices. It has small greenish-white flowers in the warmer months. The sap is poisonous and gloves should be worn when handling the plant.

Scientific classification

Species

Adenia globosa (Adenia globosa)

Nances, spurges, willows and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Adenia globosa

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from arid regions, adenia globosa is drought-tolerant, requiring infrequent watering every three weeks. It thrives in dry conditions, often in xeriscapes, and efficiently stores water in its globular caudex, making it suitable for environments with sporadic rainfall.

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