Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
namaquanum
ID:
262746

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 27: 45 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262078



Common Names

  • Pachypodium namaquanum
  • Namaqua Pachypodium
  • Madagascar Palm


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Synonyms

  • Adenium namaquanum Wyley ex Harv. [unknown]

Description

Pachypodium namaquanum (also called Namaqua Pachypodium, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to Madagascar. It has a thick, single trunk and a rounded crown of spiny leaves. It grows in dry deciduous forests and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pachypodium namaquanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pachypodium namaquanum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachypodium namaquanum is a slow-growing succulent, so it is best to propagate it from cuttings. Take a cutting from the stem of the plant and allow it to dry out for a few days. Place the cutting in a pot with well-draining soil and water it lightly. The cutting should root within a few weeks. Once it has rooted, water it more frequently and fertilize it every few weeks.

Where to Find Pachypodium namaquanum

Pachypodium namaquanum can be found in the arid regions of Namibia and South Africa.

Pachypodium namaquanum FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Pachypodium namaquanum?

Pachypodium namaquanum prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Pachypodium namaquanum need?

Pachypodium namaquanum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Pachypodium namaquanum?

Pachypodium namaquanum should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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