This incredibly beautiful flower is the National flower of Zimbabwe.

But do not be fooled by its beauty, for it is EXTREMELY TOXIC TO BOTH HUMANS AND ANIMALS IN HIGH DOSES.

Happy PlanTing!

Zone: 8-12

Difficulty: Hard

Perennial vine

Height: 1-6ft long

Sun: Full Sun- Partial Sun

Water: Regularly,Plant the tubers in rich, well-drained soil after the last frost (or start indoors earlier and move outside after last frost), placing them carefully (they are quite brittle) in a horizontal position, 2-4 inches deep. The deeper they are planted (and the fewer nutrients provided) the shorter the vines and more erect the plant can be. Use a trellis for good results

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All orders are prepared Bare Root

NOT AVAILABLE FOR LOCAL PICKUP

MEDICINAL BENEFITS/USES:

EXTERNAL USE ONLY

Leaf tip Sap:

• Pimples

Leaf Juice:

• Wash to rid Head lice

Tuber Juice:

• The juice from the tuber supports relief for earaches, and can be applied to gums to stop tooth pain.
• Applied topically, used to treat bruises, colic, chronic ulcers, hemorrhoids; as a poultice to relieve neuralgia, arthritic conditions, swollen joints, sprains and dislocations.
• A paste made from the tuber is applied externally to induce labor.

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***These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other health authorities, and this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. Consult a doctor before exploring the different historical and medicinal uses of this plant.****