5 Rhizomes/purchase

Thaumatococcus daniellii Rhizomes

• Botanical name: Thaumatococcus daniellii

• Common name: Katemfe / Miracle Fruit Plant

• Product: Fresh Thaumatococcus daniellii rhizomes for planting

• Origin: Ghana, West Africa

• Plant type: Tropical perennial herb

• Propagation: Rhizome division

• Planting material: Healthy, viable rhizomes suitable for propagation

• Growing habit: Produces large, attractive tropical leaves and develops new shoots from underground rhizomes

• Growing conditions: Performs well in warm, humid tropical environments

• Light requirements: Prefers partial shade and protection from intense direct sunlight

• Soil: Grows best in fertile, organic-rich, well-drained soil that retains moisture

• Water: Requires consistent moisture, especially during establishment

• Uses: Suitable for home gardens, tropical landscaping, botanical collections, research, and commercial cultivation

• Propagation advantage: Rhizome propagation can provide a faster and more reliable way to establish new plants compared with growing from seed

• Traditional importance: The plant is well known in West Africa and is associated with the production of thaumatin, an intensely sweet natural protein found in its fruit

• Suitable for: Farmers, nurseries, gardeners, researchers, collectors, and growers interested in African tropical plants

• Packaging: Rhizomes are carefully selected and prepared for shipping

• Planting note: Keep the rhizome moist but not waterlogged and plant as soon as possible after receiving it.

• Important: Plant appearance and rhizome size may vary depending on maturity and seasonal availability.