Fockea Edulis
(Thunb.) K. Schum |
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Distribution: Namibia, North & Western Cape, according to Lambs book. |
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Description: The thin branches, which may reach a length of 80cm or more, originate from a thick grey caudex (30 cm in diameter) which has small tubercules on it. The green leaves are entire and oblong. |
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| Flower: Whitish flowers appear in late summer. | |
| Propagation: Seeds and cuttings. | |
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Cultivation: The following cultivation tips are for Kleinzee, NCape, ZA. Under UV deck (UV protected clear greenhouse plastic), regular water, little in winter, grows well in most soils but I still use a well drained soil. |
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Photographer: Detlef Schnabel of SA Seeds - German Seed Source |
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