Fockea edulis is a fascinating caudiciform plant native to South Africa, admired for its swollen, water-storing tuber and its delicate, twining vines. It thrives in arid conditions, making it an excellent choice for succulent collectors. Its tuber can grow significantly over time, forming an intriguing, sculptural shape.
Distinctive Features
Swollen Caudex: The plant develops a large, knobby, underground tuber that serves as a water reservoir, making it highly drought-tolerant.
Twisting Vines: Delicate, twining stems extend from the caudex, often needing support for climbing.
Small Green Flowers: Produces inconspicuous yet fragrant greenish-white flowers that attract pollinators.
Care Tips
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun for healthy growth.
Water: Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between watering sessions.
Humidity: Adaptable to different humidity levels but prefers drier conditions.
Media: Requires well-draining, gritty soil to prevent rot.
Temperature: Thrives in warm temperatures but should be protected from frost.
Fertiliser: Feed sparingly with a diluted succulent fertiliser during the growing season.
Repotting: Rarely needed, but can be repotted to showcase the caudex.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
WA & TAS: $20 per order
NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
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