Tavaresia barklyi is as succulent herb with cylindrical, 10-12 ribbed, blue-green stems. The large and showy flowers arising from the base of the stems are tubular to trumpet-shaped and range from 35-100 mm long and ± 25 mm in diameter.
One to four flowers per inflorescence open successively.The flowers are pale yellow to cream to flesh-coloured with dark red spots and streaks on the outside, darker on the inside becoming almost fully maroon to purple at the base inside.
The stems are erect, 40-60 mm long and ± 15 mm in diameter, many angled and covered by tubercles that are tipped by three sharp bristles. It is reported that when the stem is injured or crushed it emits a strange musty odour.
Origin:
Tavaresia barklyi is native to Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.
Hardiness:
Hardiness USDA zones 11a to 11b: from 40 °F (+4.4 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
How to Grow and Care
Tavaresia barklyi can be propagated easily by seed or stem cuttings. Fresh seed germinates rapidly after sowing. Seeds are best sown in spring in a well-drained, light sandy soil mixed with compost and covered with a thin layer of soil, in a shaded and fairly moist place. The pH should be 6.5–7.5. Temperatures of 25–35°C are optimal. Once the seedlings are about 5 cm tall, they can be pricked out and planted. Care should be taken not to damage the roots.
Generally, the plants grow fast and will flower in 2–3 years. Cuttings should be taken during the active growing stage to ensure good rooting, before plants become dormant. Cuttings can flower in their first year, depending on their size. Cuttings strike well if they are given at least 2 weeks to dry out in a shady place before planting. Fungicide treatment before planting is recommended. Cuttings are planted out in a well-ventilated area with about 40% shade. During very hot weather daily watering is needed. Plants can also be propagated by grafting.
– Learn more at: How to Grow and Care for Tavaresia
One to four flowers per inflorescence open successively.The flowers are pale yellow to cream to flesh-coloured with dark red spots and streaks on the outside, darker on the inside becoming almost fully maroon to purple at the base inside.
The stems are erect, 40-60 mm long and ± 15 mm in diameter, many angled and covered by tubercles that are tipped by three sharp bristles. It is reported that when the stem is injured or crushed it emits a strange musty odour.
- Scientific Name:Tavaresia barklyi (Dyer) N.E.Br.
- Common Names: Thimble Flower, Devil's Trumpet
- Synonyms:
Decabelone barklyi Dyer, Decabelone grandiflora Dinter, Euphorbia antunesii Pax, Tavaresia grandiflora Berger - Family: Apocynaceae
- Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae
- Tribe: Ceropegieae
- Subtribe: Stapeliinae
- Genus: TAVARESIA
Origin:
Tavaresia barklyi is native to Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.
Hardiness:
Hardiness USDA zones 11a to 11b: from 40 °F (+4.4 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
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How to Grow and Care
Tavaresia barklyi can be propagated easily by seed or stem cuttings. Fresh seed germinates rapidly after sowing. Seeds are best sown in spring in a well-drained, light sandy soil mixed with compost and covered with a thin layer of soil, in a shaded and fairly moist place. The pH should be 6.5–7.5. Temperatures of 25–35°C are optimal. Once the seedlings are about 5 cm tall, they can be pricked out and planted. Care should be taken not to damage the roots.
Generally, the plants grow fast and will flower in 2–3 years. Cuttings should be taken during the active growing stage to ensure good rooting, before plants become dormant. Cuttings can flower in their first year, depending on their size. Cuttings strike well if they are given at least 2 weeks to dry out in a shady place before planting. Fungicide treatment before planting is recommended. Cuttings are planted out in a well-ventilated area with about 40% shade. During very hot weather daily watering is needed. Plants can also be propagated by grafting.
– Learn more at: How to Grow and Care for Tavaresia
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