Alluaudia procera (Madagascar Ocotillo) - Image 14
Botanical name: Alluaudia procera
Common names: Madagascar Ocotillo, African Ocotillo
Family: Didiereaceae
Origin: Madagascar
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Small tree
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Thorns: Thorny or spiny
Alluaudia procera (Madagascar Ocotillo) trunk with rows of sharp spines and small green leaves attached
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