Stephania Kaweesakii
Stephania Kaweesakii is an exceptional caudiciform plant, highly sought after by collectors of rare succulents. Its main attraction lies in its impressive caudex: a swollen base, often spherical or flattened, covered with cracked and sculptural bark that gives it a mineral appearance. Over time, this caudex can become massive, turning the plant into a true living work of art.
From this globular trunk emerge slender climbing or trailing stems bearing delicate rounded leaves, soft green and sometimes veined. The contrast between the robustness of the caudex and the delicacy of the foliage makes Stephania Kaweesakii a unique plant, ideal for adding an exotic and elegant touch to a collection.
This Stephania follows a well-defined cycle: in spring and summer, it develops stems and lush foliage. In autumn, it enters dormancy and loses its leaves, retaining only its caudex. During this period, it appears “asleep,” yet it preserves its vitality in preparation for the next growing season.
🌤️ Bright indirect light: Indoors, place near a well-exposed window.
🌞 Gentle sun: Outdoors, morning sun or bright partial shade is ideal.
⚠️ Tip: Avoid direct afternoon sun that may burn its fragile leaves.
🌱 Spring / summer: Water moderately every 1 to 2 weeks once leaves appear. Let substrate dry between waterings.
🍂 Autumn / winter: During dormancy, almost completely stop watering to avoid caudex rot.
⚡ Tip: Use a draining mix with perlite or pozzolana.
🌞 Ideal: Between 22 °C and 30 °C.
❄️ Minimum: Does not tolerate temperatures below 12 °C.
🏠 Tip: In temperate climates, grow in pots and bring indoors at the first cold temperatures.
🪨 Recommended substrate: Mix of cactus soil, coarse sand and gravel.
💡 Fertilizer: During growth, apply liquid succulent fertilizer every 3 to 4 weeks.
🌸 Period: Usually in summer.
🎨 Color: Small greenish flowers grouped in clusters.
🕑 Duration: Only a few days, but their appearance remains a special event for enthusiasts.
