{"product_id":"kedrostis-africana-baboons-cucumber-seed-grown-rare-caudex-plant-4-pot-with-active-growth","title":"Kedrostis africana 'Baboon's Cucumber'","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fascinating caudiciform plant native to arid regions of southern Africa, where it survives long dry periods by storing water in its swollen base. Known as Baboon’s Cucumber, this plant produces a thick, textured caudex paired with fast growing vining stems and soft green leaves that create a beautiful contrast between rugged and delicate. It has a unique seasonal growth cycle and can go dormant, making it especially appealing to collectors who enjoy dynamic and ever changing plants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight 🌞\u003cbr\u003eBright light is best, including some direct sun. It thrives with strong light exposure, especially during its active growing season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWatering 💧\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly while actively growing, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy when leaves may drop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil 🕳️\u003cbr\u003eUse a very well draining mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend with added grit or perlite.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFertilizing 🧪\u003cbr\u003eFeed lightly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Do not fertilize while dormant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRepotting 🪴\u003cbr\u003eRepot every few years or when the caudex outgrows the container. Keep the caudex partially exposed above the soil for best appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"4 inch","offer_id":45981186818221,"sku":"14345462527_38A9","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0060\/3565\/files\/il_fullxfull.4773213143_r4ws.jpg?v=1777952087","url":"https:\/\/sarahcottaplants.com\/products\/kedrostis-africana-baboons-cucumber-seed-grown-rare-caudex-plant-4-pot-with-active-growth","provider":"SarahCotta Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}