Water
Hydnora abyssinica is a root parasite and does not require traditional watering. Its water needs are met by its host plant. Overwatering can lead to rot in its host and the parasite.
Also known as Acacia Jackalskos · Jackal Foot
Hydnora abyssinica is a fascinating subterranean parasitic plant native to Africa, lacking leaves and stems, with an unusual flower structure.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
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Grows underground attached to host plant roots, thus not exposed to light.
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This is a parasitic plant that obtains water from its host. Excess water can damage the host.
Sandy, Well-drained
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Its temperature requirements are dictated by the climate of its native range and the temperature tolerance of its host plant.
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Obtains nutrients from its host plant; does not require supplemental fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Hydnora abyssinica is a root parasite and does not require traditional watering. Its water needs are met by its host plant. Overwatering can lead to rot in its host and the parasite.
Pruning is not applicable to Hydnora abyssinica as it grows underground and is a parasite. Any removal of its above-ground structures (if any are even visible) should be done with extreme caution to avoid damaging the host plant.
Propagation of Hydnora abyssinica is not typically performed by humans. It reproduces naturally through its host plant's root system and dispersal mechanisms that are not well understood.
Repotting is not relevant for Hydnora abyssinica. As an obligate root parasite, it is entirely dependent on its host plant and cannot survive independently or be transplanted.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hydnora Abyssinica (Hydnora abyssinica)
Where Hydnora Abyssinica (Hydnora abyssinica) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Piperales |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Hydnora |
| Species | Hydnora abyssinica |
Similar in genus Hydnora
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