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Pachypodium succulentum
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 24"
- W: 36"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Pachypodium succulentum plant details
Pachypodium succulentum is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer pink and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachypodium succulentum
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 36 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and red blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachypodium succulentum
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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Gardening facts about Pachypodium succulentum plant
How to Grow Pachypodium succulentum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- red
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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