Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
sofiense
ID:
262761

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poiss.) H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 53: 311 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262093

Common Names

  • Pachypodium sofiense
  • Sofia Pachypodium
  • Madagascar Palm

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Synonyms

  • Pachypodium rutenbergianum perrieri Poiss. [unknown]
  • Pachypodium rutenbergianum sofiense Poiss. [unknown]

Description

Pachypodium sofiense (also called Sofia 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 sofiense 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 sofiense 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 sofiense 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 sofiense

Pachypodium sofiense can be found in Ethiopia.

Pachypodium sofiense FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Pachypodium sofiense?

Pachypodium sofiense prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Pachypodium sofiense need?

Pachypodium sofiense needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Pachypodium sofiense?

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

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-145258: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Henri Louis Poisson (1877-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poiss.' in the authors string.