Water
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil is dry. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in containers. Ensure excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Namib Tsamma (Citrullus ecirrhosus) is a wild watermelon native to arid regions of Namibia and South Africa, prized for its drought tolerance.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best growth and fruiting.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
High
75% intensity
Thrives in warm to hot temperatures (20-30°C).
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from light feeding during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil is dry. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in containers. Ensure excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Pruning is generally not required for this vining plant. If it becomes too sprawling, you can trim back unwanted stems after fruiting to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or damaged branches.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring after the last frost. Seeds can be soaked in warm water for 24 hours to improve germination rates. Ensure good drainage and warmth for successful establishment.
Repot young plants annually in spring into slightly larger containers. Mature plants prefer to be root-bound and may not require frequent repotting. Ensure the new pot has ample drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Namib Tsamma (Citrullus ecirrhosus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cucurbitales |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Citrullus |
| Species | Citrullus ecirrhosus |
Similar in genus Citrullus
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