About
Cyphostemma juttae, the elephant's foot, is a striking, slow-growing succulent shrub from Namibia developing a thick, swollen, peeling, yellowish trunk storing water and nutrients, with broad, divided, grey-green leaves in summer. Small, yellowish flowers are followed by bunches of red fruits. A remarkable architectural succulent for a frost-free, very well-drained, sunny position or heated greenhouse.
About the genus
Cyphostemma are succulent shrubs and climbers from Africa and Madagascar with swollen, water-storing trunks or stems, divided or simple leaves and small flowers followed by colourful, grape-like fruits. Grown as architectural succulents in frost-free, sunny, very well-drained conditions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.