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Kedrostis africana
Also Known As
- Bryonia africana
- Baboon's Cucumber
Plant type
cactus / succulent, vine
size
- H: 1'-20'
- W: 2'-20'
planting zones
- 10a-11
Kedrostis africana plant details
Kedrostis africana is a broadleaf evergreen cactus / succulent or vine with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by orange and yellow fruit. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with mostly sun and regular water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Kedrostis africana
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or vine
- Plant family: cucurbitaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 20 FT - wide, 1 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Kedrostis africana
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Kedrostis africana
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun
Features
Flower Color
- yellow
Fruit
- orange
- yellow
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Texture
- glaucous
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