Dioscorea elephantipes

Dioscorea elephantipes, also known as the Elephant Foot plant, is a slow-growing species that attains a height of 10 feet and a width of 3 feet. As it matures, it develops a thick caudex that resembles an elephant's foot or a miniature tree trunk, with a rough and textured surface. As a summer-deciduous plant, its leaves fall off during the summer, and its stems typically die back, only to be replaced by new shoots in winter. In late fall and early winter, the greenish-yellow flowers appear, adding a touch of charm to this already intriguing plant. The flowers are dioecious, with male and female flowers produced on separate plants. The male flowers grow in erect racemes, while the female flowers grow in spinescent spikes. They emerge on long, slender stalks from the Dioscorea elephantipes caudex, making this plant even more enchanting.

The Dioscorea elephantipes is known to have mild toxicity for humans and pets if ingested, due to the presence of saponins. These substances can cause gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, and vomiting. To prevent any potential harm, it is recommended to keep this succulent out of reach from curious children and pets.

Please Note: Plant will ship bare root with little to no dirt, and you will receive a plant similar to the one in the photo.

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