Dioscorea deltoidea

Owned by Kat (@katcollects).

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Notes

Family: Dioscoreaceae. This caudiciform plant is known for its unique, corky, turtle-shell-like tuber. It is a winter grower and may go dormant in summer.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Elephant's Foot

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Tuberous Plant
Growth Habit
Climber

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Offset / Pup

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Partial Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
Oct 16, 2026
Natural Habitat Location
Tropical regions

Collection Context

Quantity
1
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Family: Dioscoreaceae. This caudiciform plant is known for its unique, corky, turtle-shell-like tuber. It is a winter grower and may go dormant in summer.
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Dioscorea deltoidea by katcollects
Dioscorea deltoidea by katcollects

Dioscorea

deltoidea

Common NameElephant's Foot

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Tuberous Plant
Growth Habit
Climber

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Offset / Pup

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Partial Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
Oct 16, 2026
Natural Habitat LocationTropical regions

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Dioscoreaceae. This caudiciform plant is known for its unique, corky, turtle-shell-like tuber. It is a winter grower and may go dormant in summer.

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