Pachypodium lameri 6in Madagascar Palm largesoils resulting in snake-like pendulous branches

resulting in snake-like pendulous branches with long dark green needles

Lavender semi-double flowers with red eyes from summer to fall

Interesting Facts: The spike has overlapping bracts and protruding yellow flowers

Deep red older stems and bright red younger stems

rigid needles radiate from branches

Pachypodium lameri 6in Madagascar Palm largesoils resulting in snake-like pendulous branchesCommon Name: Madagascar Palm. Description: Thick, succulent, spiny stem with long green leaves emanating from the top. Grows white flowers that resemble plumerias. Light: Full sun. Water: Water when dry. Drought tolerant. Other Care: Can lose its leaves and go dormant, will come back when weather is warmer. Origins: Native to Madagascar. Interesting Facts: Can grow as tall as 15 feet in native environment. Part of the Dogbane (Apocynaceae) family.