Pachypodium eburneum is a rare, miniature caudiciform succulent from Madagascar, prized for its compact, sculptural form, thickened trunk, and stunning white flowers. This drought-tolerant species is highly sought after by collectors for its bonsai potential, resilience, and rarity.
Key Features:
- Botanical Name: Pachypodium eburneum
- Common Names: White-Flowered Pachypodium, Miniature Madagascar Bottle Tree
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native Region: Madagascar
- Growth Habit: Small succulent shrub with a thickened caudex
- Height: 10–30 cm (4–12 inches), compact growth
- Trunk: Short, swollen, silver-gray with spiny branches
- Leaves: Narrow, dark green, forming a rosette at branch tips
- Flowers: Large, ivory-white, trumpet-shaped flowers in warm seasons
- Growth Rate: Slow-growing
- Season: Active growth in warm months, dormancy in cooler months
Growing Conditions:
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-draining, sandy, or rocky soil
- Watering Needs: Low; drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering
- Temperature Tolerance: Prefers warm climates; not frost-hardy
- Humidity: Prefers low humidity; avoid excessive moisture
- Propagation: Grown from seeds or cuttings
Landscaping & Uses:
- Ideal for succulent gardens, rockeries, and arid landscapes
- Perfect for bonsai cultivation and container gardening
- Highly prized by collectors for its rare white flowers and sculptural caudex
- Low-maintenance and drought-resistant, making it great for dry regions
- Exotic, slow-growing species perfect for collectors of caudiciform plants