Pachypodium mikea - Madagascar Palm

Overview: Introduce a striking piece of Madagascar's unique flora to your home or garden with the Pachypodium mikea, also known as the Madagascar Palm. This impressive succulent tree mimics the appearance of a palm with its large, pale, columnar trunk and a crown of glossy, pinnate leaves. Ideal for enthusiasts of exotic and rare plants, this succulent adds an architectural element to any space.

Key Features:

• Striking Appearance: Boasts a thick, swollen trunk that resembles a miniature palm tree, topped with a sparse, branching crown of narrow, glossy leaves.

• Drought-Adapted: Excellently adapted to arid conditions, capable of storing water in its robust stem to thrive in dry environments.

• Floral Display: Produces beautiful white flowers, adding a touch of elegance to its palm-like structure.

Care Instructions:

• Light: Requires full sunlight with a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Soil: Prefers a well-draining succulent or cactus mix, ideally sandy or rocky soil to ensure good drainage.

Ideal For: A perfect ornamental addition for the drier tropics or as a fascinating indoor plant in cooler climates. Its unique form and minimal water requirements make it a great choice for xeriscaping or as a standout container plant.

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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