Adansonia madagascariensis (Madagascar Baobab)

Adansonia madagascariensis (Madagascar Baobab) gray tree with leafless branches standing tall as a bare plant
Adansonia madagascariensis (Madagascar Baobab) tree with a thick gray trunk and many bare thin branches

Botanical name: Adansonia madagascariensis

Common name: Madagascar Baobab

Family: Malvaceae    (Formerly:Bombacaceae)

Subfamily: Bombacoideae

Origin: Madagascar

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large tree taller than 20 ftPlant form: Large tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Red, crimson, vinous flowersFlower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

This tree has a unique, swollen bottle-like trunk. This deciduous tree bears large, red flowers and ball-like fruits.

Similar plants: Adansonia madagascariensis (Madagascar Baobab)



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