{"product_id":"orkenblad-welwitschia-mirabilis-fro-5-stk","title":"Welwitschia (Welwitschia mirabilis) | seeds, 5 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eEXTREMELY RARE\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eWelwitschia mirabilis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ørkenblad\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Welwitschia, tree tumbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e- NOTE: Unfortunately, there is no guarantee of germination\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"566\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eWelwitschia mirabilis\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the world’s most unique and fascinating plants – often referred to as a living fossil. It is found naturally only in the desolate deserts of Namibia and southern Angola, where it can survive under extreme conditions with minimal rainfall and scorching sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"941\"\u003eThe plant is known for its peculiar form: it produces only two leaves in its entire life, and these grow continuously from the base over decades. Over time, the leaves fray and twist into long, ribbon-like strips that can reach several meters in length. The center of the plant consists of a thick, woody stem that is low and wide, resembling a cross between a root and a trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eIndividual specimens are believed to be up to 1,500 years old – and the species is therefore considered one of the most remarkable examples of plant resilience and adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eWelwitschia mirabilis\u003c\/em\u003e requires sun, heat, and well-drained, mineral-rich soil. In nature, it thrives on moisture from rare rain and, especially, fog, which is captured by the leaves. In cultivation, it is best grown in deep pots with a mix of sand, gravel, and a little organic material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eWater carefully – the soil should be dry between waterings, as the plant does not tolerate waterlogging. The temperature should be kept above 15 °C, and in Denmark, it is therefore best grown in a greenhouse, conservatory, or as a collector’s plant indoors under light and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eCultivation from seeds:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eSeeds should be sown fresh, as they quickly lose their viability. They are sown in a well-drained mixture of sand and gravel, laid flat, and covered lightly. Keep at 20–25 °C with even moisture, but without the soil becoming wet. It is recommended to sow the seeds directly into deep pots (for example, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/palmepotte-1-8-liter\" title=\"Palm pot (1.8 liters)\"\u003epalm pots\u003c\/a\u003e), as they do not like to be repotted. Deep pots are important because the plants quickly develop a long taproot. Germination usually occurs within 2–6 weeks. The small seedlings quickly develop their characteristic long leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eAlthough \u003cem data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003eWelwitschia mirabilis\u003c\/em\u003e has no practical use as a crop, it has immense biological and cultural value. It is Namibia’s national plant and an icon of extreme adaptation to desert life. For collectors and botanists, it is a rare gem that provides a window into Earth's past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003eWelwitschia mirabilis\u003c\/em\u003e is an absolute must-have for the serious plant collector – a living curiosity that combines aesthetics, mystery, and an incredible lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54455435755788,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Welwitschiamirabilis_2.jpg?v=1756821625","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/orkenblad-welwitschia-mirabilis-fro-5-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}