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Pachypodium rosulatum ssp. gracilis
Also Known As
- Pachypodium rosulatum 'Gracilis'
- Pachypodium rosulatum gracilis
- Pachypodium rosulatum v. gracilis
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 5'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Pachypodium rosulatum ssp. gracilis plant details
Pachypodium rosulatum ssp. gracilis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachypodium rosulatum ssp. gracilis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, spiky, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachypodium rosulatum ssp. gracilis
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
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Gardening facts about Pachypodium rosulatum ssp. gracilis plant
How to Grow Pachypodium rosulatum ssp. gracilis
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-5'
- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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