Pachypodium sp. (Pachypodium) - Image 164

Botanical name: Pachypodium sp.

Common name: Pachypodium

Family: Apocynaceae

Origin: Madagascar

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Cold tolerance: 25°F

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Thorny or spinyThorns: Thorny or spiny
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Pachypodium sp. (Pachypodium) green leaves and spiked trunk plant vertical view
Pachypodium sp. (Pachypodium) spiked trunk supporting narrow green leaves at the crown
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