Dioscorea elephantipes "Elephant's Foot"
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- Опубликовано: 29 окт 2021
- Dioscorea elephantipes “Elephant’s Foot”
Origin: South Africa
Flower: Dark-spotted green-yellow flowers in winter
Description: An amazing succulent that is a winter grower and is deciduous. The name “Elephant’s foot” stems from its partially buried base that grows slowly and can grow as wide as 10 feet and as tall as about 3 feet. The plant’s tuberous base is uniquely covered with a thick, corky surface. From its base, the plant produces beautiful, almost heart-shaped green and glossy leafy vine. Dormant around early fall, which means the leaves will naturally drop and return in the winter-early spring. A great collector’s plant and conversation piece!
Sun: Full sun to filtered light
Water: Water only when the soil is dry.
Frost: Not frost hardy 
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Great video and info. Is it the same as Dioscorea mexicana? If not what are their differences? How can you tell?
Although the Dioscorea mexicana looks similar to the Dioscorea elephantipes, the leaves on the "Mexicana" are somewhat more pointed and less rounded than the latter. The care is the about same for both plants and the key to keeping them alive is not to overwater, especially during its dormant stage and when the leaves are absent.
I just got one today it's small tho. How many years does it take to get the size of yours 50 years lol. I think there really cool. 😁💚
Yes, the "Elephant's Foot" featured in this video is quite mature and is slow growing. Thanks for watching!
Hi, mine is still small like 1 inch size, but leafs are still green and looks healthy. Should I cut them so the plant can go dormant in summer? Like force to sleep?
Since the leaves on your plant are still green and healthy, it is best to wait for the plant to go dormant on its own. If you "force sleep" this succulent, then it may impact other parts of its growth. Factors such as temperature and climate can affect the plant's growth so the plant will eventually drop its leaves on its own and enter its dormant stage later in the year. Hope this advice helps!
Hi! Do you/can you cut back the vines after it goes dormant?
Thanks for watching! Yes, you can and should cut the vine of this plant when the vine is brown and harden. Let us know if you have more questions.
How long does it take to grow that size?
Generally, it would take about 7 to 8 years for this plant to grow to this size. Thanks for watching!