# Namibian Grape (Cyphostemma juttae)

> Endemic to arid Namibia, this remarkable pachycaul succulent develops a massive, bottle-shaped water-storing caudex covered in attractive, peeling papery bark. In the warm season, it produces large, succulent, wax-coated serrated leaves accompanied by striking clusters of grape-like red berries that are toxic if ingested. Deciduous in winter, it stands as an architectural, highly prized specimen among succulent collectors.

- **Scientific Name:** *Cyphostemma juttae*
- **Botanical Family:** Vitaceae
- **Care Difficulty:** Moderate (2/5)
- **Cold Hardiness:** -2°C (USDA Zone 9b)
- **Pet Safety / Toxicity:** Toxic to Pets (May cause irritation or toxicity if ingested by cats/dogs)
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## Light & Sun Exposure

Full sun to intense bright light; requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to promote a robust, swollen caudex.

## Watering Schedule & Method

Soak-and-dry protocol during active spring/summer growth; suspend watering completely or mist minimally once leaves drop in winter dormancy.

## Soil & Gritty Mix Formula

70% coarse mineral aggregate (pumice, volcanic lava grit, coarse perlite) + 30% organic cactus peat mix.

## Cold Tolerance & Overwintering

-2°C (USDA Zone 9b)

## Propagation Methods

Seed sowing in spring following warm-water soaking (most reliable) or rooted dormant stem cuttings.

## Available Language Editions

- [TR: Namibya Yabani Üzümü (Cyphostemma juttae)](https://sukulentler.com/tr/turler/cyphostemma-juttae.md)
- [DE: Namibische Wildtraube (Cyphostemma juttae)](https://sukulentler.com/de/arten/cyphostemma-juttae.md)
- [ES: Uva silvestre de Namibia (Cyphostemma juttae)](https://sukulentler.com/es/especies/cyphostemma-juttae.md)