Hoodia Gordonii
Bring a piece of the Kalahari Desert into your home with the captivating Hoodia Gordonii, a truly unique and intriguing succulent. This rare gem, with its storied history and striking appearance, is a conversation starter and a testament to the resilience of desert flora.
A Sculptural Masterpiece: Hoodia Gordonii presents a captivating silhouette, featuring stout, cylindrical stems adorned with spiny tubercles and pronounced ridges. Its distinctive form, reminiscent of a Bushman's hat, adds a touch of sculptural elegance to any succulent collection.
A Rare and Revered Treasure: Due to overharvesting and its slow growth rate, Hoodia Gordonii is considered endangered in its natural habitat and is protected. Cultivated specimens offer a responsible way to appreciate its unique beauty and contribute to its preservation.
Intriguing Blooms and Effortless Care: While its appearance is captivating, Hoodia Gordonii also produces large, fleshy flowers with a distinctive, carrion-like scent, attracting flies for pollination. This fascinating adaptation highlights its unique place in the desert ecosystem. Thankfully, this succulent is remarkably easy to care for, making it accessible to both novice and experienced gardeners.
Essential Care Guidelines:
Light: Provide ample sunlight, mimicking its natural desert habitat. Full sun to partial shade is ideal.
Watering: Water sparingly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the winter dormancy.
Soil: Plant in a well-draining cactus or succulent mix to ensure proper drainage.
A Unique Addition: Hoodia Gordonii is more than just a succulent; it's a piece of natural history. Its unique appearance, fascinating pollination strategy, and historical significance make it a truly exceptional addition to any plant enthusiast's collection. It is a striking and interesting plant.
The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Want your succulent with a pot?
We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!
Just click here to make your request.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
Bring a piece of the Kalahari Desert into your home with the captivating Hoodia Gordonii, a truly unique and intriguing succulent. This rare gem, with its storied history and striking appearance, is a conversation starter and a testament to the resilience of desert flora.
A Sculptural Masterpiece: Hoodia Gordonii presents a captivating silhouette, featuring stout, cylindrical stems adorned with spiny tubercles and pronounced ridges. Its distinctive form, reminiscent of a Bushman's hat, adds a touch of sculptural elegance to any succulent collection.
A Rare and Revered Treasure: Due to overharvesting and its slow growth rate, Hoodia Gordonii is considered endangered in its natural habitat and is protected. Cultivated specimens offer a responsible way to appreciate its unique beauty and contribute to its preservation.
Intriguing Blooms and Effortless Care: While its appearance is captivating, Hoodia Gordonii also produces large, fleshy flowers with a distinctive, carrion-like scent, attracting flies for pollination. This fascinating adaptation highlights its unique place in the desert ecosystem. Thankfully, this succulent is remarkably easy to care for, making it accessible to both novice and experienced gardeners.
Essential Care Guidelines:
Light: Provide ample sunlight, mimicking its natural desert habitat. Full sun to partial shade is ideal.
Watering: Water sparingly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the winter dormancy.
Soil: Plant in a well-draining cactus or succulent mix to ensure proper drainage.
A Unique Addition: Hoodia Gordonii is more than just a succulent; it's a piece of natural history. Its unique appearance, fascinating pollination strategy, and historical significance make it a truly exceptional addition to any plant enthusiast's collection. It is a striking and interesting plant.
The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Want your succulent with a pot?
We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!
Just click here to make your request.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
Bring a piece of the Kalahari Desert into your home with the captivating Hoodia Gordonii, a truly unique and intriguing succulent. This rare gem, with its storied history and striking appearance, is a conversation starter and a testament to the resilience of desert flora.
A Sculptural Masterpiece: Hoodia Gordonii presents a captivating silhouette, featuring stout, cylindrical stems adorned with spiny tubercles and pronounced ridges. Its distinctive form, reminiscent of a Bushman's hat, adds a touch of sculptural elegance to any succulent collection.
A Rare and Revered Treasure: Due to overharvesting and its slow growth rate, Hoodia Gordonii is considered endangered in its natural habitat and is protected. Cultivated specimens offer a responsible way to appreciate its unique beauty and contribute to its preservation.
Intriguing Blooms and Effortless Care: While its appearance is captivating, Hoodia Gordonii also produces large, fleshy flowers with a distinctive, carrion-like scent, attracting flies for pollination. This fascinating adaptation highlights its unique place in the desert ecosystem. Thankfully, this succulent is remarkably easy to care for, making it accessible to both novice and experienced gardeners.
Essential Care Guidelines:
Light: Provide ample sunlight, mimicking its natural desert habitat. Full sun to partial shade is ideal.
Watering: Water sparingly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during the winter dormancy.
Soil: Plant in a well-draining cactus or succulent mix to ensure proper drainage.
A Unique Addition: Hoodia Gordonii is more than just a succulent; it's a piece of natural history. Its unique appearance, fascinating pollination strategy, and historical significance make it a truly exceptional addition to any plant enthusiast's collection. It is a striking and interesting plant.
The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Want your succulent with a pot?
We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!
Just click here to make your request.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options