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African Madigascan

Alluaudia Procera

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Overview

The Alluaudia procera, or African Madagascar, is a striking, drought-tolerant succulent, growing up to 18 feet tall. Its cylindrical, upright branches, covered with small, spiny leaves, lend a unique, architectural aesthetic. Suitable for xeriscapes, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. Space at least 6 feet apart to accommodate its spread. Provides a dramatic vertical element and requires minimal maintenance, perfect for a low-water-use garden. Zone: 10-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–11Climate Arid, Subtropical
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — drought-tolerant succulent
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — Provides a dramatic vertical element and requires minimal maintenance, perfect for a low-water-use garden, image 56African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — Space at least 6 feet apart to accommodate its spread; commonly known as the African Madagascar Ocotillo, image 55African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — it is well adapted to hot; white flowers in the gardenAfrican Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — <br><br>Alluaudia procera thrives in full sunlight and requires well-drained soil to prevent root rot; thornyAfrican Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — thorny silhouette of the plant's branches; this plant is a remarkable addition to any xeriscape garden or aridAfrican Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — drought-tolerant succulent+61

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fouquieriaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — and usually measure about 0.5 to 1.5 inches long, image 38
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — Provides a dramatic vertical element and requires minimal maintenance, perfect for a low-water-use garden, image 56
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — Space at least 6 feet apart to accommodate its spread; commonly known as the African Madagascar Ocotillo, image 55
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — it is well adapted to hot; white flowers in the garden
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — <br><br>Alluaudia procera thrives in full sunlight and requires well-drained soil to prevent root rot; thorny
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — thorny silhouette of the plant's branches; this plant is a remarkable addition to any xeriscape garden or arid
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — drought-tolerant succulent
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — growing up to 18 feet tall
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — Its cylindrical, upright branches, covered with small, spiny leaves, lend a unique, architectural aesthetic
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — showcasing the attractive; growing up to 18 feet tall
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — Suitable for xeriscapes, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — Space at least 6 feet apart to accommodate its spread
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — Provides a dramatic vertical element and requires minimal maintenance, perfect for a low-water-use garden
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — commonly known as the African Madagascar Ocotillo or simply the Madagascar Ocotillo
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — is a distinctive spiny succulent native to the arid regions of Madagascar
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — This plant is a remarkable addition to any xeriscape garden or arid landscape design
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — offering both textural contrast and architectural height
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — columnar stems are covered in sharp
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — needle-like spines measuring approximately 1 to 2 inches long
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — and usually measure about 0.5 to 1.5 inches long
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — These deciduous leaves will often drop during periods of drought to conserve water
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — showcasing the attractive
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — thorny silhouette of the plant's branches
African Madigascan (Alluaudia Procera) — <br><br>Alluaudia procera thrives in full sunlight and requires well-drained soil to prevent root rot

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