Coryphantha Elephantidens Inermis

Tylecodon buchholzianus is a winter-growing succulent shrub native to the arid regions of South Africa, particularly the Western and Northern Cape. Like other members of the genus Tylecodon, it is well adapted to long, dry summers and produces leaves only during the cooler growing season.

Characteristics:

• Forms a branching shrub with a thickened, often sculptural base.
• Stems may become woody and grey with age.
• Leaves are fleshy, green, and appear mainly in winter (active growth period).
• Produces tall flower stalks bearing small tubular flowers, usually greenish to yellowish or pinkish depending on form.
• The plant typically enters full dormancy in summer, shedding its leaves.

Cultivation:

• Winter-growing succulent.
• Requires very well-drained soil and a dry summer dormancy.
• Water moderately during autumn–spring growth.
• Keep almost completely dry in summer.
• Prefers full sun to bright light conditions.

Notes:

• Like many Tylecodon species, it contains toxic compounds and should not be consumed by animals or humans

Agave titanota ‘SAD’ is a striking and highly desirable collector’s Agave, admired for its bold architectural appearance, thick fleshy leaves, and impressive marginal teeth.

This distinctive selection develops a compact, powerful rosette with broad, rigid leaves and prominent, sharply pointed spines along the leaf margins. The contrasting leaf colour and dramatic teeth give the plant a rugged, sculptural appearance, making it a standout specimen in any specialist succulent collection.

With sufficient light and suitable growing conditions, the plant develops a strong, compact growth habit and increasingly impressive leaf structure as it matures.

Growing Conditions:

• Light: Bright light with morning sun. Gradually acclimatise to stronger sunlight.
• Water: Water thoroughly during active growth, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings.
• Soil: Very well-draining, mineral-rich cactus and succulent mix.
• Growth: Slow-growing, forming a compact, symmetrical rosette.
• Propagation: Primarily through offsets, when produced, to maintain the selected characteristics.
• Care: Protect from prolonged excessive moisture, severe frost, and sudden exposure to intense sunlight.

**A spectacular collector’s Agave, prized for its powerful rosette formation, dramatic