Pachypodium Succulentum
Pachypodium succulentum, also known as the Thick-foot Pachypodium, is a captivating succulent shrub native to South Africa.
Key Features:
Caudex (Swollen Base): The most striking feature of this Pachypodium is its large, swollen base, called a caudex. It serves as a water-storage organ, allowing the plant to thrive in arid environments. The caudex can take on various shapes and sizes, adding to the plant's unique appeal.
Slender Branches: From the caudex, numerous slender, spiny branches emerge, creating an interesting contrast with the thick base.
Drought Tolerance: This succulent is exceptionally drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established.
Ideal Applications:
Container Gardening: Its relatively slow growth rate and interesting form make it a perfect choice for container gardening, allowing for control over its size and easy movement indoors during colder months.
Xeriscapes and Rock Gardens: Its drought tolerance and striking appearance make it an excellent addition to xeriscapes and rock gardens, where it can thrive alongside other succulents and drought-resistant plants.
Care Tips:
Light: Provide full sun to partial shade.
Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with good aeration.
The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
Pachypodium succulentum, also known as the Thick-foot Pachypodium, is a captivating succulent shrub native to South Africa.
Key Features:
Caudex (Swollen Base): The most striking feature of this Pachypodium is its large, swollen base, called a caudex. It serves as a water-storage organ, allowing the plant to thrive in arid environments. The caudex can take on various shapes and sizes, adding to the plant's unique appeal.
Slender Branches: From the caudex, numerous slender, spiny branches emerge, creating an interesting contrast with the thick base.
Drought Tolerance: This succulent is exceptionally drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established.
Ideal Applications:
Container Gardening: Its relatively slow growth rate and interesting form make it a perfect choice for container gardening, allowing for control over its size and easy movement indoors during colder months.
Xeriscapes and Rock Gardens: Its drought tolerance and striking appearance make it an excellent addition to xeriscapes and rock gardens, where it can thrive alongside other succulents and drought-resistant plants.
Care Tips:
Light: Provide full sun to partial shade.
Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with good aeration.
The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
Pachypodium succulentum, also known as the Thick-foot Pachypodium, is a captivating succulent shrub native to South Africa.
Key Features:
Caudex (Swollen Base): The most striking feature of this Pachypodium is its large, swollen base, called a caudex. It serves as a water-storage organ, allowing the plant to thrive in arid environments. The caudex can take on various shapes and sizes, adding to the plant's unique appeal.
Slender Branches: From the caudex, numerous slender, spiny branches emerge, creating an interesting contrast with the thick base.
Drought Tolerance: This succulent is exceptionally drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established.
Ideal Applications:
Container Gardening: Its relatively slow growth rate and interesting form make it a perfect choice for container gardening, allowing for control over its size and easy movement indoors during colder months.
Xeriscapes and Rock Gardens: Its drought tolerance and striking appearance make it an excellent addition to xeriscapes and rock gardens, where it can thrive alongside other succulents and drought-resistant plants.
Care Tips:
Light: Provide full sun to partial shade.
Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with good aeration.
The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
