{"product_id":"brachystelma-spec-thailand","title":"Brachystelma Spec Thailand","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"273\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe Brachystelma Spec Thailand species from Thailand, often labeled as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eBrachystelma sp. Thailand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eBrachystelma spec Thailand\u003c\/em\u003e, is a rare and possibly undescribed member of the Apocynaceae family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt is closely related to Stapeliads and is native to Southeast Asia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis plant is notable for its caudex a swollen, underground tuber resembling that of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"103\"\u003eStephania erecta\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003efrom which thin, vining stems with narrow, pubescent leaves emerge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt produces numerous small (\u0026lt;1 cm), hairy dark brown to black flowers with a yellow center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSome flowers exhibit reflexed petals, while others open more traditionally\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe plant exhibits seasonal growth, with stems emerging in late spring and dying back in the fall, corresponding with the rainy and dry seasons in Southeast Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDuring dormancy, the plant survives through its caudex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt thrives in well-draining succulent soil mixes and prefers good light conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRegular watering is recommended during the growing season, keeping the soil moist but not wet, while watering should be reduced significantly during dormancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDespite its rarity, this species has entered cultivation and is available through various specialty nurseries and online platforms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] bg-[#FCECC1] dark:bg-[#64572A] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFor instance, Seedlings India offers it as a “possibly undescribed species from Thailand”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSimilarly, Floraria Secret Garden describes it as a new species recently discovered in Thailand, noting its caudex and seasonal growth patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAdditionally, Bens-Jungle provides care information, emphasizing its tolerance for high humidity and the importance of avoiding waterlogging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily: Apocynaceae. (Brachystelma Spec Thailand)\u003cbr\u003eA rare, possibly undescribed species from Thailand related to Stapeliads. The plant forms thin vining stems with very narrow leaves. It produces lots of tiny (\u0026lt;1cm), hairy dark brown to black flowers with a yellow center. It seems that in some plants the petals reflex all the way back while in others they open like a normal flower. Stems emerge from an underground tuber 1-2″ diameter. Plants grow from late spring through fall then die back to the tuber in the winter (corresponding with the rainy and dry seasons in SE Asia).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese plants are new to cultivation but so far I’ve found them fairly simple to grow and not nearly as touchy as some of the better known African Brachystelma. Plant in a well drained succulent mix. During the growing season water regularly keeping it moist but not wet. When the stems die back to the tuber in the fall water sparingly (maybe a little water once a month at most). Plants grow best in good light. As this is a tropical plant it should do well as a houseplant. If grown outdoors protect from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: Plants are likely to be dormant when you receive them. They will start growing in the next few months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a plant shown in the last image or one similar. They are shown growing in a 3″ pot. Tubers are approximately 3\/4″-1″ diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eCaring for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"11\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eBrachystelma spec Thailand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ea rare caudiciform plant with seasonal vining growth requires attention to its natural life cycle and growing conditions. Here’s a complete care guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"195\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"213\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"213\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"251\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"251\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"241\"\u003eBright indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis ideal for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"11\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eBrachystelma spec Thailand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"364\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eCan tolerate some\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"305\"\u003emorning or late afternoon sun\u003c\/strong\u003e, but avoid intense midday sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"420\"\u003eIndoors: near a bright window, but not in direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"425\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"446\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"446\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"492\"\u003eDuring growing season (spring to fall):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eKeep soil\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eslightly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e, not soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eWater when the top inch of soil feels dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"621\"\u003eDuring dormancy (fall\/winter):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"646\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eStems will die back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eReduce watering drastically’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ejust enough to keep the caudex from shriveling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eSoil used for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"11\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eBrachystelma spec Thailand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"908\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eUse a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"782\"\u003ewell-draining mix\u003c\/strong\u003e: succulent or cactus mix with added perlite or pumice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"908\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eOptional: Add a bit of organic matter for slight moisture retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e20-30°C (68-86°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eProtect from temperatures below\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e10°C (50°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate to high. Tolerates typical indoor humidity, but do not mist during dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eDuring growth: Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003ebalanced, diluted fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(e.g., 1\/4 strength).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eDo\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003enot fertilize during dormancy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eRepotting of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"11\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eBrachystelma spec Thailand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eRepot every 2-3 years in spring, just before new growth starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eChoose a pot with good drainage and just slightly larger than the caudex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eDormancy Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eLeaves and stems naturally die back in late fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place during this time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eResume watering only when new growth appears in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eOverwatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can lead to caudex rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eLack of dormancy\u003c\/strong\u003e: May weaken the plant over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003ePoor drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Major risk for root or caudex rot of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"11\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eBrachystelma spec Thailand\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Seedlings India","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46944947634325,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/4384\/3733\/files\/brachy1_03c09fb8-0395-4bdc-98af-f9d2d524c29e_1024x10242x.webp?v=1778307600","url":"https:\/\/seedlingsindia.in\/products\/brachystelma-spec-thailand","provider":"Seedlings India","version":"1.0","type":"link"}