Description
Pachypodium densiflorum is a caudiciform succulent shrub native to Madagascar. It is recognized for its distinctive swollen trunk and showy yellow flowers. The shrub belongs to the Apocynaceae family and thrives in arid, rocky environments, particularly on granite outcrops in Madagascar’s central plateau.
Cultivation
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Light: Prefers bright, direct sunlight, especially in the morning and early afternoon.
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Water: Requires low water; allow soil to dry almost completely between waterings. Overwatering can cause rot, especially in cool conditions.
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Soil: Needs a well-draining cactus or succulent mix.
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Temperature: Not frost-resistant; should be protected from freezing. Thrives in hot, arid conditions.
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Maintenance: Minimal pruning is needed, mainly to remove dead growth. Repotting is infrequent due to slow growth.
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Dormancy: Enters dormancy and may shed leaves during the dry season; water should be reduced during this period.Read more: https://llifle.net/Encyclopedia/SUCCULENTS/Family/Apocynaceae/14809/Pachypodium_densiflorum_var._brevicalyx
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