Dioscorea Elephantipes

Dioscorea elephantipes, commonly known as the Elephant’s Foot due to the texture of its woody caudex, is a vining caudiciform plant much loved by collectors. Although the vine, with its climbing tendrils and delicate heart-shaped leaves, tends to grow from late Summer through to early Spring, we have found that this plant has a certain disregard for the rules and so observation is key when caring for this unusual member of the yam family.

Water when soil is dry 100% and the plant is producing a vine. When dormant, refrain from watering.

Must be located in full sun / Direct light.

Repot every 2-3 years. Use a well draining cactus compost, adding extra drainage such as perlite, pumice or grit.