Zygosicyos pubescens (Xerosicyos) Crassulaceae A nicely mottled stem species

A nicely mottled stem species with small velvety reddish orange flowers

Bulbs divide readily so you'll usually end up with several new plants by the end of each growing season

baldianum) with red flowers

I believe this is the same as C

especially in winter

Zygosicyos pubescens (Xerosicyos) Crassulaceae A nicely mottled stem speciesZygosicyos pubescens Also known as Xerosicyos pubescens. An attractive Madagascar caudiciform vine related to cucumbers. It long vines with tendrils. The caudex can become very large in time. The vines are evergreen if given proper care. Produces small yellow flowers in the summer. Likes water during the growing season (but don't keep it too wet). Keep dryer during hot spells. The leaves and vines are fine in full sun, but the caudex could get sunburn