Pachypodium gaeyi 'Madagascar Palm'

Pachypodium gaeyi is a highly decorative, 4-7 (-8) m tall tree with bottle-shaped stems and metallic grey branches that are thick and succulent. It closely resembles cereiform cacti, with cylindrical stems that are highly succulent and armed with sharp spines. This species, often mistaken for Pachypodium lamerei, can be easily distinguished by its thinner leaves, which have a prominent midrib of a different color, and by the presence of hairs on its young branches and leaves. P. geayi, one of the largest of the Madagascar species, is known for its decorative qualities and is often considered superior to Pachypodium lamerei.

The Pachycaule trunk of the Pachypodium gaeyi 'Madagascar Palm' is typically unbranched, growing above ground in a columnar shape. It can reach heights of 3-6 meters and has a diameter of 15-30 cm at the base, gradually thickening to 40-80 cm. The young growth is covered in silvery grey felt, while older parts have a papery bark ranging from greyish white to yellowish white. Interestingly, the trunk is composed of 91.5% water. Secondary branches are scarce, only appearing near the top of the trunk in a candelabra-like formation, and are usually short and horizontal. The leaves grow in tufts at the tips of branches, are thin and linear-lanceolate in shape, and can reach lengths of up to 40 cm. The upper surface is glossy grey-green or dark green, with a vibrant pink mid-rib.

Please Note: Plant will ship bare root with little to no dirt, and you will receive a plant similar to the one in the photo. It is advised to handle this plant with caution and use gloves or tongs as it is covered in spines.

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