Cyphostemma juttae - Indigenous Namibian African Succulent - Tree Grape - Caudiciform - 10 Seeds Baby veg Variety - Charleston Grey Watermelon

Variety - Charleston Grey Watermelon

slightly hairy to hairless when mature

with erect and spreading main branches

with its centre of diversity in South Africa

and white stems

Cyphostemma juttae - Indigenous Namibian African Succulent - Tree Grape - Caudiciform - 10 Seeds Baby veg Variety - Charleston Grey WatermelonCyphostemma juttae occurs in Namibia where it is exposed to very dry and hot conditions. Due to its distribution, the wild grape has evolved and adapted very well in order to survive. The presence of white, drooping, papery pieces of bark on the yellow green stems is very typical of this species. In summer, this helps to reflect away the sunlight in order to keep the plant cool. The thick, fleshy stem and leaves act as water reservoirs in times of