Cyphostemma cirrhosum | South African Caudiciform | Collector Succulent | Pachycaul Plant Growing in a Gallon District of Columbia

Cyphostemma cirrhosum | South African Caudiciform | Collector Succulent | Pachycaul Plant Growing in a Gallon District of ColumbiaCyphostemma cirrhosum is a remarkable caudiciform vine prized for its swollen trunk, sculptural branching, and attractive seasonal foliage. A member of the grape family (Vitaceae), this distinctive species develops a thick, water storing caudex that supports vigorous climbing stems equipped with slender tendrils. As plants mature, the contrast between the rugged, corky caudex and the lush green leaves creates an appearance unlike almost any other

where it grows among rocky hillsides

robust spine development

higher-lying areas on rocky slopes near or along the summit of mountains in South Africa

is a unique and visually distinctive cactus species native to South America

cristata is a very unique plant and shows many variations of crested growth

especially if not grown in full sun

dried branches could be used as natural torches

This is for one plant growing in a 5" inch container shipped bare root

it produces slender climbing vines adorned with glossy green leaves that can be trained onto supports or pruned to maintain a compact

As specimens mature

covered by tightly peaked areoles that bear wool and pinkish-red bristles

Mature specimens may occasionally produce offsets