
Madagascar palm (Pachypodium lamerei)
Madagascar palm, also known as Madagascar Palm
Madagascar palm (Pachypodium lamerei) is a stem succulent native to Madagascar. The madagascar palm is one of the most commonly cultivated pachypodiums. Despite being called the madagascar palm, it is not a true palm species. This species is most often cultivated in warm climates with copious amounts of sunlight. It cannot tolerate hard frosts. Madagascar palm can be grown as a houseplant in fast-draining soil in full sunlight.
Key Facts About Madagascar palm
Attributes of Madagascar palm
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Succulent, Shrub
Plant Height
6 m
Spread
90 cm to 2.5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
11 cm
Flower Color
White
Scientific Classification of Madagascar palm
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Gentianales
Family
Dogbane
Genus
Pachypodium
Species
Madagascar palm
Toxicity
If touched or ingested