Adenia perrieri

An incredible caudiciform species from Madagascar prized for its swollen sculptural trunk and delicate climbing vines. Over time it develops a dramatic water storing base that gives it a bonsai like appearance highly sought after by collectors of rare succulents and exotic plants. Its unusual form, combined with elegant foliage and seasonal dormancy, makes it one of the more fascinating species within the caudiciform world.

Light 🌞
Provide very bright indirect light to partial sun. Mature plants can tolerate stronger sun once acclimated gradually.

Watering 💧
Water thoroughly during active growth, then allow the soil to dry significantly before watering again. Reduce watering heavily during dormancy.

Soil 🕳️
Use a very fast draining gritty mix with pumice, coarse sand, lava rock, and cactus soil.

Fertilizing 🧪
Feed lightly during active growth with a diluted balanced fertilizer once every few weeks.

Repotting 🪴
Repot carefully during warm active growth. Avoid oversized containers, since excess moisture around dormant roots can cause rot.