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Madagascar Palm

Pachypodium Lamerei

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Overview

Pachypodium lamerei, commonly known as Madagascar Palm, is a striking succulent with a spiny gray trunk growing up to 15 feet tall. It sports slender leaves and white, fragrant flowers. Thriving in full sun, it requires minimal water. Hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11, it's perfect for a drought-tolerant landscape. Use with caution, as spines are sharp. Not a true palm, it adds an exotic touch to any garden.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 10–10Climate Subtropical
Madagascar Palm (Pachypodium Lamerei) — Thriving in full sun, it requires minimal water

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Mature height
6–20 Ft.
Mature width
6–8 Ft.

Classification

Family
Apocynaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Madagascar Palm (Pachypodium Lamerei) — 2 to 3-inch-long spines that emerge in clusters, image 95
Madagascar Palm (Pachypodium Lamerei) — and it's armed with sharp; not a true palm, it adds an exotic touch to any garden, image 94

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