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Dorstenia Gigas

Original price was: ₹5,599.00.Current price is: ₹3,599.00.

1.Package Contents: 1 Live Plant.
2.The Image is for reference purpose. Actual plant may be similar as plants are shipped at RANDOM.
3.We Ship Healthy Plants And Can Maintain Water Levels Till 72 Hours After Shipping, You Are Requested To Follow-up With The Courier Company Immediately On Receipt Of The Courier Details From Us.
4.We Will Not Be Responsible For Delays Due To Courier Partner Or If The Plant Is Dead On Arrival, We Do not Accept Any Returns For Live Plants. Height of the plant is about 2 inches from the soil level
5.SINCE SHIPPING PLANTS IS A DELICATE PROCEDURE, WE MAKE SURE TO TAKE THE BEST CARE WHILE SHIPPING WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS ON PLANTS. We rather replace damaged or broken plants.
6. Plant will be shipped Bareroot.

Availability: 5 in stock

Dorstenia Gigas

 

Dorstenia gigas is a rare and unique succulent from the Socotra Island in Yemen. It belongs to the Moraceae (fig) family and is known for its thick, caudex-like trunk and unusual, alien-looking flowers.

🌿 Key Features of Dorstenia Gigas

  • Caudex Growth – Thick, swollen trunk for water storage.
  • Weird, Star-Shaped Flowers – Unlike traditional flowers, they are small and have an odd, almost prehistoric appearance.
  • Drought-Tolerant – Thrives in arid conditions with minimal water.
  • Slow-Growing – Takes years to develop a thick trunk and mature form.

Taking care of Dorstenia gigas requires a balance of warmth, light, and well-draining soil, similar to other succulent plants. Here’s a detailed care guide:

🌞 Light Requirements for Dorstenia Gigas

  • Prefers bright, indirect sunlight to full sun.
  • If grown indoors, place near a south-facing window or use grow lights.
  • Avoid prolonged direct afternoon sun in extremely hot climates.

💧 Watering of Dorstenia Gigas

  • Water sparingly – allow the soil to completely dry out between watering.
  • During its active growing season (spring & summer), water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry.
  • Reduce watering in fall and winter when it enters dormancy.
  • Overwatering can cause root rot, so be cautious.

🏺 Soil & Potting of Dorstenia Gigas

  • Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix.
  • Add perlite, pumice, or sand for extra drainage.
  • A terracotta pot with drainage holes is ideal.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity for Dorstenia Gigas

  • Prefers warm temperatures (65-85°F or 18-29°C).
  • Not frost-hardy! Keep above 50°F (10°C) at all times.
  • Low humidity is ideal; avoid excessive moisture around the roots.

🌿 Fertilizing

  • During the growing season, use a diluted succulent fertilizer (half-strength) once a month.
  • Avoid fertilizing in winter when the plant is dormant.

🌱 Propagation

  • Can be propagated by seeds, but growth is very slow.
  • Seeds should be sown in a well-draining mix and kept warm (~75-80°F or 24-27°C).
  • Takes patience, as seedlings develop slowly.

🛑 Common Issues

❌ Overwatering → Leads to root rot.
❌ Too much shade → Slows growth and weakens the plant.
❌ Cold temperatures → Can cause stress or damage.

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