What types of cacti and succulent seeds does Oreshka offer?

Three sub-collections: Cacti & Lithops (220+ varieties — Mammillaria, Gymnocalycium, Lithops Living Stones, Echinopsis, Ferocactus, Astrophytum, and 40+ genera), Succulents (30+ varieties — Haworthia, Titanopsis, Aloe, Sedum, Sempervivum, non-cactus succulents), and Adenium / Desert Rose (tropical caudex trees that bloom from seed in 18–24 months). All 268 varieties ship from €4.25 per pack.

Can I grow cacti and succulents from seed indoors?

Yes — cacti and succulents are among the most suitable plants for indoor seed-raising. Sow surface on mineral substrate (cactus mix with 30–50% perlite or coarse sand). Maintain 25–30°C. No stratification required. Cover with plastic to hold humidity until germination: most cacti in 7–21 days, Lithops in 5–14 days, Adenium in 5–7 days. A south-facing windowsill at 25°C+ is sufficient; a heat mat improves speed and germination rate.

What is the difference between Lithops and other succulents?

Lithops (Living Stones) are highly specialized succulents that mimic rocks and pebbles in colour, texture, and size — a survival strategy that reduces predation in their native South African desert habitat. Unlike most succulents, Lithops have a strict annual growth cycle: active growth in autumn–winter, dry rest in spring–summer when the old leaf pair dries completely before new leaves emerge. Watering during rest causes rot. They require no watering for 6–8 months each year — the longest drought tolerance of any plant in the collection.

How long do cacti and succulents take to germinate from seed?

Germination speeds at 25–30°C: Adenium 5–7 days (fastest in collection), Lithops 5–14 days, most small cacti (Mammillaria, Gymnocalycium, Rebutia) 7–21 days, larger globose cacti (Ferocactus, Astrophytum) 14–30 days. All require surface sowing — covering seeds reduces germination rates. Germination rates from fresh seeds: 70–90% for Adenium, 60–80% for Lithops, 50–75% for most cacti.

Can cacti and succulents be grown permanently in pots?

Yes — the entire collection is suited to permanent container culture. Most species naturally grow in rocky, restricted substrate with no deep root run. Use terracotta pots (better drainage than plastic), cactus mineral mix, and never use standard garden compost. Repot every 3–5 years when roots fill the pot. Adenium grows well in wide shallow containers that encourage caudex spread. Lithops prefer individual small pots — group planting causes uneven watering.

Why buy cactus and succulent seeds from Oreshka rather than a local garden centre?

Local garden centres carry 5–15 common cactus varieties, almost always as established plants rather than seeds. Oreshka carries 268 seed varieties including 56 Lithops species (the world's most specialized succulent), 40+ cactus genera, and Adenium obesum with germination-tested fresh seeds dispatched within 2–3 business days. Seeds are far cheaper per plant than nursery specimens and allow growing from the earliest stage. Worldwide shipping in sealed moisture-proof packets.

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Seeds of Succulent Dorstenia foetida (Dorstenia foetida) — 10 pcs

Oreshka seeds

SC253

€

5,00

€

8,33

Dorstenia foetida, Fragrant Dorstenia.

Description:
An unusual caudex succulent native to East Africa and Arabia.
The trunk is fleshy, conical, dark green or sand-colored, and grows to a height of 30-40 cm. The leaves form a rosette at the apex.
The flowers are greenish-brown and star-shaped. Blooms from April to October.

Use:
As an exotic potted plant.

Growing from seeds:
Sowing succulents can be done year-round, but seedlings will require additional light (up to 10-12 hours) in the fall and winter.
Soil: Prepared soil or prepare a mixture of sand, perlite, and light soil (1:1:2).
Containers: Low and wide with holes in the bottom.
Sowing: To ensure the seeds swell, thoroughly soak the soil at the beginning. A temperature range of +10°C at night is recommended. During the day, keep the temperature at +20-+25°C.
Add a drainage layer and a layer of soil to the container, moisten with a spray bottle, and let it soak for an hour. For even sowing, carefully space the seeds with a toothpick at the desired distance. Then, press them lightly into the soil with your finger, but do not bury them. If the seeds are larger, you can sprinkle them with a little sand. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm (+25°C), well-lit, draft-free area. Open the container daily for ventilation (1-2 times a day for 15-20 minutes) and monitor the soil moisture. As soon as the first shoots appear, increase the ventilation time until the plastic wrap is no longer needed. Seedlings that have reached 7-10 cm in height can be transplanted into individual pots.