Pachypodium lamerei

The "Pachypodium lamerei" is a striking houseplant hails from Madagascar and because it has leaves growing around the crown this combination gives rise to the common name of "Madagascar Palm".

Despite its appearance, the "pachypodium" is actually a succulent. It gets its name from the Latin for "thick foot" and refers to the thick swollen stem which stores water and provides structure and strength to the plant.

Notes: This is a branched variety and measures in at approx 130cm in height.