Pack Size: 10, 20, 100
Year: 2024
Accepted Scientific Name:
Pachypodium bispinosum
Origin and Habitat:
Pachypodium bispinosum is native to the arid regions of South Africa, particularly in the Eastern Cape Province. It thrives in rocky outcrops and dry scrublands where it endures extreme drought and fluctuating temperatures. This caudiciform plant has evolved to store water in its thickened trunk, making it well-suited to harsh, water-scarce environments.
Description:
Pachypodium bispinosum is a slow-growing succulent shrub with a swollen, bottle-shaped caudex that can reach up to 12 inches in diameter. The spiny, branching stems grow to about 6-24 inches tall, bearing small, narrow green leaves. In the late summer and autumn, it produces beautiful tubular flowers that range in color from pale pink to deep magenta, adding vibrant contrast to its rugged form.
Cultivation:
Zone: 10-11
Temperature: Prefers 15-35°C; protect from frost
Growth rate: Slow
Soil: Well-draining pumice-based soil
Watering: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce watering during dormancy
Fertilizing: Apply diluted fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Pests and diseases: Rarely affected by pests; occasional root rot if overwatered
Germination Info:
Temperature: 27°C
Surface sown: Slightly buried
