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Pachypodium namaquanum

Family: Apocynaceae, Genus: Pachypodium

Description:

Pachypodium namaquanum, also known as Elephant's Trunk or 'Halfmens', is a striking succulent native to South Africa and Namibia. It features a warty trunk with sharp spines and can grow up to 16 feet tall in its natural habitat. The plant produces tubular, velvet-textured flowers and is known for its toxic sap. It thrives in dry conditions with bright, indirect light, making it a fascinating addition to succulent collections.

Sources:
  1. [1] Elephants Trunk Plant - Pachypodium namaquanum: Planet Desert. Visit Source
  2. [2] Pachypodium namaquanum: Wikipedia. Visit Source
  3. [3] Elephants Trunk Plant - Pachypodium namaquanum: Planet Desert. Visit Source

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