Bloom And Grow Radio

Are you ready to add some unique, eye-catching beauty to your plant collection? Meet the caudex plant—also known as the foot, Stephania erecta, or even the Potato Plant. While these plants may be stunning, they can be a handful to take care of without proper knowledge. Join us as we explore the world of caudex plants with expert guests Stephen and Matthew from the Plant Daddy Podcast. From the well-known Stephania erecta to other varieties that are more accessible and easy to care for, we'll share everything you need to know to be successful with caudex plants.In this episode, we learn:[05:07] Are you pronouncing “caudex” correctly?[06:11] Who are Stephen and Matthew of Plant Daddy Podcast?[11:59] What is a caudex plant and why is it called a “potato plant”?[16:21] Finding caudex plants in the wild[18:31] Using caudex plants as decorations[20:21] How Stephania erecta became so popular among caudex plants[23:29] Did Stephania erecta live up to its hype?[25:04] Challenges to growing and caring for Stephania