Pachypodium lamerei - the Madagascar palm with exotic appearance and high resistance

Pachypodium lamerei, also known as the Madagascar palm, is a striking succulent plant native to the island of Madagascar, valued for its tall, cylindrical stem covered with thorns and a crown of long, green leaves arranged at the top. Although it resembles a palm, it is related to plants in the Apocynaceae family and behaves like a succulent, storing water in its stem.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Pachypodium lamerei
• Common names: Madagascar palm, Spiny palm, Thorny palm of Madagascar
• Family: Apocynaceae
• Growth type: Perennial succulent plant with a straight, thorny stem
• Leaves: Lance-shaped, green, glossy, arranged in a rosette at the top of the stem
• Flowers: Large, white, fragrant

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Direct sun or bright light; prefers south-facing windows indoors
• Soil: Very well drained, cactus and succulent mix with added sand or perlite
• Watering: Moderate; allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water sparingly in winter
• Optimal temperature: 18–30°C; does not tolerate temperatures below 10°C
• Fertilizing: During the growing season, every 3–4 weeks with fertilizer for succulent plants

✨ Advantages and uses:

• Exotic and architectural appearance, perfect for modern or minimalist decor
• Very drought-resistant and easy to care for
• Long-lived and impressive as it grows
• Ideal for large pots in living rooms, bright offices, or sheltered terraces

Height with pot included approx. 25 cm