Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
succulentum
ID:
262762

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Sweet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. , ed. 2: 594 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262094

Common Names

  • Pachypodium succulentum
  • Succulent Pachypodium
  • Madagascar Palm

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Synonyms

  • Pachypodium griquense L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Pachypodium jasminiflorum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Pachypodium tomentosum G.Don [unknown]
  • Pachypodium tuberosum Lindl. [illegitimate]
  • Belonites succulentus (L.f.) E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Echites succulentus L.f. [unknown]
  • Echites tuberosus Haw. ex Steud. [unknown]

Description

Pachypodium succulentum (also called Succulent 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 succulentum 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 succulentum are yellow 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 succulentum is best propagated from seed. Plant the seeds in a pot with well-draining soil and water them lightly. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Once the seedlings have sprouted, water them more frequently and fertilize them every few weeks.

Where to Find Pachypodium succulentum

Pachypodium succulentum can be found in Madagascar.

Pachypodium succulentum FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Pachypodium succulentum?

Pachypodium succulentum prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Pachypodium succulentum need?

Pachypodium succulentum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Pachypodium succulentum?

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

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-145259: Based on the initial data import
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.