Devil's Claw

Scientific Name: Harpagophytum procumbens

Plant Family: Pedaliaceae

Native Region: Southern Africa (Kalahari Desert)

Devil's Claw

Brief Description

Devil's Claw is a perennial herb characterized by its distinctive thorny, woody fruit pods. The pods are typically brown or grayish-brown, often splitting open to reveal seeds. The hooks on the fruit give the plant its common name and help in seed dispersal by catching onto animal fur.

Care Instructions

This plant is adapted to arid environments. It prefers well-draining, sandy or rocky soils and full sun. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires very little watering. It is typically grown from seeds.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2025-12-04T19:23:02.115090