Baboon cabbage - Othonna (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Baboon cabbage

These are evergreen or deciduous geophytes, dwarf succulents or shrubs concentrated in the Western Cape Province of South Africa and also in southern Namibia. Most species have elongate but proportionately swollen stems, caudiciform caudiciforms or dwarf with short branches. A highly distinctive group is made up tuberous geophytes with subterranean rootstocks and deciduous stems or leaves. Size and shape is variable, with most species having leaves in the 1 to 10 cm long range, common shapes being elliptic, lanceolate, oblanceolate or spathulate. A simple or branched inflorescence gives rise to daisy-like flower heads.

Scientific classification

Genus

Baboon cabbage (Othonna)

Family

Daisy

Order

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

Images of Baboon cabbage

Species

Five-toothed baboon cabbage Little pickles Othonna parviflora Othonna rosea Othonna perfoliata Othonna auriculifolia Othonna undulosa Othonna heterophylla Othonna oleracea Othonna bulbosa Othonna gymnodiscus Othonna dentata Othonna osteospermoides

Care Guide for Baboon cabbage

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Succulent & Cactus Soil

Soil Type

Water: Adapted to infrequent watering, baboon cabbage thrives with a schedule of every three weeks, reflecting its resilience to sporadic rainfall. It efficiently conserves water, making it suitable for drought-prone regions, especially during its growing season when optimal water use supports healthy development.

Propagation: Baboon cabbage can be propagated via cuttings or seeds. Successful methods require well-draining soil, warmth, and indirect light. For cuttings, allow stems to callous before planting. For seeds, maintain moisture and warmth for germination. Prevention of rot is key in both methods.

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