Tricodiadema Barbatum 80mm

Trichodiadema barbatum – Rare Miniature Desert Rose | Bonsai-Style Succulent with Dazzling Purple Blooms

Bring the elegance of a living bonsai into the palm of your hand with Trichodiadema barbatum, a rare and captivating succulent native to South Africa. Known as the Miniature Desert Rose, this gem develops a sculptural, woody caudex as it matures, creating a natural bonsai effect in a compact size. Its bristly, textured foliage contrasts beautifully with its vibrant purple-pink, daisy-like blooms—making it a true collector’s piece and a conversation starter.

Key Highlights

• Miniature Bonsai Charm – Forms a striking, woody base with age, perfect for shallow pots, display bowls, or accent arrangements.
• Unique Foliage Texture – Upright stems covered in fine bristles give a tactile, intriguing look.
• Show-Stopping Flowers – Produces bursts of vivid purple-pink blooms during the warmer months.
• Effortless Care – Naturally drought-tolerant and suited to well-draining soils.
• Compact & Versatile – Supplied in an 80mm nursery pot, ideal for desks, windowsills, and small-space gardens.

Care Tips

• Light – Full sun to bright, indirect light; more sun encourages denser growth and more flowers.
• Water – Allow soil to dry completely before watering again; avoid prolonged wetness.
• Soil – Use a gritty, free-draining cactus or succulent mix for healthy roots.
• Climate – Keep sheltered from frost, heavy rain, and excess humidity.

Why Collectors Love It
✓ Naturally forms a bonsai-like trunk in miniature scale
✓ Eye-catching flowers paired with distinctive foliage
✓ Rare and sought-after in succulent collections
✓ Hardy, low-maintenance, and long-lived

Elevate your plant display with Trichodiadema barbatum, a living work of art that blends the rugged beauty of the desert with the refined grace of bonsai—perfect for gifting, collecting, or showcasing in your favourite sunny spot.

The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 80mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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