Scientific Name: Edithcolea grandis N.E. Br.
Family: Asclepiadaceae
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Recommended Temperature Zone: USDA: 10b-12 Frost Tolerance: Keep above 40°F (4°C) Sun Exposure: Light shade Origin: Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania, Yemen, and Socotra Island Growth Habits: Succulent, stems are 0.6 inches in diameter (1.5 cm) Watering Needs: Rot extremely easily, needs a really good drainage. |
Blooming Habits:
The Edithcolea grandis has a brown spotted flower, 3 inches in diameter (8 cm), with a lightly fetid scent. As many other asclepiads, flies are the pollinators, and the smell is what might attract a fly.
Propagation:
Cuttings should be rooted at a temperature above 80°F (27°C) for best results.
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