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Pachypodium rutenbergianum v meridionale
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Pachypodium rutenbergianum v meridionale plant details
Pachypodium rutenbergianum v meridionale is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pachypodium rutenbergianum v meridionale
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, spiky, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pachypodium rutenbergianum v meridionale
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained
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How to Grow Pachypodium rutenbergianum v meridionale
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Size
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