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
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United StatesThis 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!
United StatesIt is such a wonder full plant. Got it planted it and its growing
United StatesIt arrived in good shape, and I am pleased with the size. It's been a pleasure shopping with you. I look forward to doing more in the near future.
United StatesLeaf crown severed in packing.
United StatesSuch a beauty and is already growing at a crazy rate!
