Huernia Pendula - Rooted 3.5" Pot - Bootlace Huernia - Ready 2 Bloom all Summer/Fall!

Name: Bootlace Huernia

Scientific Name: Huernia Pendula

Family: Apocynaceae

Product Description:

Huernia pendula, also known as Bootlace Huernia, is a fascinating succulent native to South Africa. Huernia pendula has irregularly branched shoots that lean back, creep, or hang down from cliffs. The stems are green to reddish, sometimes purplish-mottled, and can reach up to 150 cm in length. The plant is leafless and has small, bell-shaped purple flowers with triangular lobes that appear from spring to midsummer. This species is endemic to river gorges in the Transkei, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It grows in pockets of soil and leaf-litter on ledges of cliffs or rock outcrops, usually on north- or east-facing aspects. The rocky habitats where Huernia pendula grows harbor a rich succulent flora, including species like Cotyledon woodii, Gasteria excelsa, and Haworthia glabrata. The plant is safe from livestock trampling and grazing due to its inaccessible habitat. The small, bell-shaped flowers are deep maroon-red and emit a scent of decaying meat to attract flies for pollination. The flowers are about .5 - 14-22 mm in diameter and have a bowl-shaped corolla.

Origination: South Africa

Historic Uses: Ornamental, Collectable

Height: Groundcover

Hardiness: USDA 9+

Flower Color: Red, Maroon

Growing Instructions:

Huernia pendula is relatively easy to grow and not shy to flower. It prefers well-draining soil, bright, indirect light, and should be watered sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. 

Ships in 3.5" pots. You will receive a plant similar to the ones pictured, though size and fullness may vary. Please understand that shipped plants have bumpy rides. A few broken leaves or small stems are normal during shipping and are not considered damage. Broken stems can be rooted once the cut end dries to start new growth. Plants may arrive semi‑dormant, and in winter they may naturally drop a few leaves. If your plant arrives rotting or dead, we will replace it. Please contact us with photo proof within 24 hours of delivery. After 24 hours, plant care becomes the buyer’s responsibility, though we’re always happy to answer questions and help you succeed. We also add brief instructions on getting started when you open your box. We want our plant babies to have happy new homes! 🥰

Heat packs are available to purchase in our shop for cold-sensitive plants. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 These are necessary for winter shipping, so I sell them at cost. I won't refund or replace any frozen plants unless you buy one!

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