About

This ornamental shrub, with dense foliage. Ornamental features reward across seasons.

About the genus

Pachypodium are shrubby succulents, mostly with thick, prickly stems, simple leaves and funnel-shaped flowers in terminal clusters

Plant details

Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.