Pterodiscus speciosus


Scientific Name: Pterodiscus speciosus Hook.
Family: Pedaliaceae
(Pterodiscus speciosus)
Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10b-11

Origin: South Africa (Mpumalanga)

Growth Habits: Carrot shaped tuber, underground in the wild, often raised in cultivation. The stems are deciduous, and generally die in winter when the plant is dormant.

Watering Needs: No water in winter when the plant is dormant. Rots quite easily.


Blooming Habits:
Purple funnelform flowers. The plant starts blooming while quite small. The fruits have 4 wings. You can collect them and plant the seeds in the spring


 

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