Hoodia Gordonii is a much prized plant, originating in the Kalahari Desert because of it appetite suppressing properties. Of course, cultivating Hoodia requires permission from the South African government, as this plant is protected by international trade laws. If you get through all the procedure needed to start propagating the plant, here some tips in [...]
Hoodia Gordonii is a rare and protected plant species. Anyone wanting to grow Hoodia Gordonii, in South Africa, must get the required permits from the concerned department of the South Africa government to proceed with such activities.
Looking into the plant, growth of this succulent for commercial purposes poses many challenges.
Hoodia Gordonii is grown using its seeds. In order to grow Hoodia Gordonii, you need to select a seed, which is in the right stage of maturity for propagation. A seed which is correct for growing the plant is one in which the seed horn is semi-dry and which is split right in the middle.
One of the main ways to propagate Hoodia Gordonii is through seeds. If you were to use cuttings from this succulent, you will find that the severed ends to very rarely from the callus, that is required for the roots of the plant to shoot out.
