Edithcolea grandis [Maji Ya Chumvi]

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Edithcolea grandis [Maji Ya Chumvi] plant details

Edithcolea grandis [Maji Ya Chumvi] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer chocolate and yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Edithcolea grandis [Maji Ya Chumvi]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: chocolate and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, spiky, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Edithcolea grandis [Maji Ya Chumvi]

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Type locality from Maji Ya Chumvi. The only type in its genus (monotypic genus). Also known as the Persian Carpet Flower for its intricate and ornate, relatively large flowers. Native to Socotra, the Arabian Peninsula and West Africa. Teeth-like spines up and down each branch; grows like a stapeliad, rambling across the ground. Protect from full, summer sun in the South but give it plenty of light to bloom. Rots easily in cool temperatures, especially if kept wet.