Pachypodium rutenbergianum v. meridionale

Pachypodium rutenbergianum var. meridionale is a variety of the Pachypodium rutenbergianum plant, known for its unique appearance and adaptations to dry environments. Here are a few details about this variety:

Origin: Native to the arid regions of Madagascar, where it adapts to dry, hot climates.
Appearance: This variety is distinguished by its thick, succulent trunk, often called a "bottle trunk", and its thorny branches.
Growth: Slow-growing, it can reach considerable height over time, often forming a vertical trunk.
Flowers: Produces spectacular blooms, usually large white, yellow or pink flowers, which appear on the branches.
Light: Prefers full sun exposure to promote healthy growth.
Watering: Like many succulents, it requires limited watering, with drying periods between waterings to prevent root rot.
Substrate: Use a well-drained potting mix for cacti and succulents.

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