# Stephania Kaweesakii

## Stephania Kaweesakii

[**Stephania kaweesakii**](https://seedlingsindia.in/products/stephania-kaweesakii?_pos=1&_psq=Stephania+Kaweesakii&_ss=e&_v=1.0) is a rare and highly collectible caudiciform vine native to **Thailand**. Celebrated for its impressive swollen caudex and delicate climbing vines, this unique species has become a favorite among caudiciform collectors and bonsai enthusiasts. Its combination of a sculptural trunk and graceful foliage creates a striking living display.

### Key Features: [Stephania Kaweesakii](https://seedlingsindia.com/stephania-kaweesakii-nova/)

-   **Growth Type:** Deciduous caudiciform vine.
-   **Caudex:** Large, rounded to irregularly shaped caudex that stores water and nutrients.
-   **Vines:** Slender, twining stems that emerge from the caudex each growing season.
-   **Leaves:** Attractive, nearly circular, peltate leaves with radiating veins, giving the plant a distinctive ornamental look.
-   **Flowers:** Tiny, greenish-yellow flowers that appear in clusters, followed by small red fruits on female plants.
-   **Size:** The caudex can grow over **30 cm (12 inches)** in diameter with age, while the vines may extend several meters if supported.

### Caudex Pattern

Young plants develop a smooth, rounded caudex that gradually becomes:

-   Thick and woody
-   Rough and fissured with age
-   Highly sculptural, making mature specimens especially desirable

Many growers partially expose the caudex above the soil to showcase its unique form.

### Growing Conditions

**Light:**  
Prefers **bright indirect light to partial sun**. Morning sunlight encourages healthy growth while protecting the foliage from intense afternoon heat.

**Soil:**  
Requires a **well-draining mix**, such as:

-   50% cactus or succulent mix
-   25% pumice or perlite
-   25% coarse sand or grit

**Watering:**

-   Water regularly during active growth (spring and summer).
-   Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
-   Reduce watering significantly during dormancy when the vines die back.

**Temperature:**

-   Ideal range: **20–35°C**.
-   Protect from temperatures below **10°C**.

### Growth Cycle

-   **Spring:** New vines emerge from the dormant caudex.
-   **Summer:** Vigorous climbing growth and leaf production.
-   **Autumn:** Growth gradually slows.
-   **Winter:** The plant enters dormancy and sheds its vines and leaves.

### Care Tips

-   Provide a **trellis or support** for climbing vines.
-   Grow in a **shallow clay pot** to display the caudex and improve drainage.
-   Fertilize monthly with a diluted balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
-   Avoid overwatering during dormancy to prevent rot.

### Propagation

-   **Seeds:** The preferred method, producing plants with naturally developed caudices.
-   **Caudex division:** Rarely practiced and generally not recommended.

### Uses

-   A prized specimen for **caudiciform collections**.
-   Excellent for **bonsai-style displays**.
-   Ideal for decorative containers and bright indoor spaces.

## Details

- **Price:** 1450.0 INR
- **Vendor:** Seedlings India
- **Type:** Caudiciforms
- **Tags:** caudex, collector, premium, rare, stephania

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
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| Default Title | 1450.00 INR | In stock |

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> Updated: 2026-06-30