Gerrardanthus macrorhizus
(This plant comes in a 3.5" pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase. The plant is shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots).
The Bigfoot, Gerrardanthus macrorrhizus, is a perennial climber, expanded at the base into a succulent pumpkin-like caudex, usually about 30-40 cm in diameter. The smooth, alternate leaves are ivy-shaped, shiny and prominently veined. The Bigfoot has small, dark brownish-yellow orchid-like flowers. There are male and female plants.
The name macrorrhizus comes from the Greek for 'big root', it is sometimes seen as 'macrorhiza'.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Blooming Season | Mid summer |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bigfoot |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Flower | Orange/red |
| Frost Tolerance | 8°c |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 10b to 11 |
| Height | 15 m |
| Origin | South africa |
| Pot Size | 3.5" |
| Scientific Name | Gerrardanthus macrorhizus |
| Shape | Globose |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to partial shade |
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United StatesBeautiful!
Item was packed so carefully and arrived in perfect condition. It is exciting to see it thriving so well in it’s new environment. It has been evident to me that Planet Desert really cares about it’s products and it’s reputation from the thought that goes into packaging, presentation, and quality of their plants. I have only bought plants from them but I imagine that this quality would extend to all their products.
United StatesLove my new plant!!!
My order came very quickly and in great shape. The plants were well packaged and very healthy. My Gerrardanthus is already growing new leaves. This is my new favorite nursery!
United StatesExceeds expectations!
I ordered this BigFoot to replace one I had had for many years. The packing was incredible; it arrived in excellent condition and perked up quickly. The plant size was generous. I will definitely buy from this dealer in the future. Sorry I cannot include a picture; my phone is giving me problems.
Exceeds expectations!
I ordered this BigFoot to replace one I had had for many years. The packing was incredible; it arrived in excellent condition and perked up quickly. The plant size was generous. I will definitely buy from this dealer in the future.
United StatesSecond Specimen
This is the second of this variety that I am starting... The first is over 10 years old and what an awesome and unusual plant with cool little blooms!
