Pachypodium lamerei | Madagascar palm Cactus Succulent/RHS

How to grow

Cultivation

Under glass, grow in standard cactus compost in full light. From late spring to early autumn, water moderately and apply a low nitrogen liquid fertiliser every 4-5 weeks. Keep dry at other times

Propagation

Propagate by seed at 19-24°C ( 66-75°F), or take stem-tip cuttings, in late spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

• Patio and container plants

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Vulnerable to aphids while flowering

Diseases

Relatively disease resistant