{"product_id":"dioscorea-elephantipes-var-montana-100-seeds","title":"Dioscorea elephantipes var. montana 100 SEEDS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDioscorea elephantipes var. montana\u003c\/b\u003e seeds produce a remarkable plant often called \u003cb\u003eElephant's foot\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003etortoise vine\u003c\/b\u003e. This mountain variety showcases a large, woody \u003cb\u003ecaudex\u003c\/b\u003e that resembles a tortoise shell. It grows slowly but develops into a striking succulent vine. Gardeners admire its unique appearance and the distinctive pattern on its thick, corky trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDioscorea elephantipes var. montana\u003c\/b\u003e originates from \u003cb\u003eBotswana\u003c\/b\u003e, adapting well to dry environments. The plant produces heart-shaped leaves that climb and twine elegantly. Its unusual morphology makes it a prized specimen in succulent collections. The \u003cb\u003eHottentot bread\u003c\/b\u003e nickname comes from the caudex’s bread-like appearance. This variety stands out among the \u003cb\u003eDioscorea\u003c\/b\u003e species for its rugged and artistic form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops a large, rounded woody caudex with deep fissures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces climbing vines with lush, heart-shaped leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhibits a unique tortoise shell pattern on the trunk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives as a sculptural, drought-tolerant succulent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to Botswana's mountainous dry regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eDioscorea elephantipes var. montana\u003c\/b\u003e plant provides both ornamental beauty and botanical intrigue. Its striking structure and historical significance as \u003cb\u003eHottentot bread\u003c\/b\u003e make it a fascinating addition to any collection. These seeds yield a resilient and distinctive succulent that will enhance your garden with its natural charm and unusual form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/b\u003e Pictures show the adult plant, which is \u003cb\u003enot for sale\u003c\/b\u003e. The offer is only for \u003cb\u003eseeds\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e                  ","brand":"Worldplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55424765854030,"sku":"WP-8765-S","price":190.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/0604\/5518\/files\/Dioscoreaelephantipesvar.montanaSEEDS1_7e2a7fb9-38b0-4a5b-9bc0-9b391c8415d0.png?v=1772708352","url":"https:\/\/worldplants.it\/products\/dioscorea-elephantipes-var-montana-100-seeds","provider":"Worldplants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}