Adenia globosa Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Adenia globosa is a member of the Passifloraceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is called mpaga in Swahili. This plant is also commonly known as climbing caudex geophyte for its globular caudex and climbing vines. The unique characteristic of this plant is its vicious thorns that grow up to 8 cm long.
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Mpaga
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Plant Type
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Cactus & Succulents
Climbers
Perennials
Shrubs
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Adenia globosa
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Genus
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Adenia
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Family
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Passifloraceae
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Order
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Malpighiales
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Class
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Dicotyledons
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Adenia globosa Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Adenia globosa.
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Water Needs
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Low
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Cups
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Generally, Adenia globosa needs water once every
21 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Adenia globosa needs about 0.25 L per 21 days. |
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Adenia globosa Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Adenia globosa to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 8 hours
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Temperature |
75°F
to 90°F
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Humidity Preference |
Low
Adenia globosa prefers Low humidity levels, between 40% and 50%. |
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Adenia globosa Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Adenia globosa. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Adenia globosa plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 2L. |
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Soil type |
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Adenia globosa Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Adenia globosa plant. |
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Maximum Height |
312 Inches or
8 meters
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Spread |
78 Inches or
2 meters
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Color |
Green
Bright Yellow
White
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Characteristics |
Showy
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Is Adenia globosa toxic to pets? |
Yes
Adenia globosa are poisonous to animals if ingested |
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Garden Style |
Formal Garden
Modern Garden
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Adenia globosa Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Adenia globosa, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
medium
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Adenia globosa Native Region |
Find out where the Adenia globosa plant originated. |
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Country |
Central African Republic (the)
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Specific Location
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Adenia globosa is originally from tropical Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and Tanzania. |
