Looking for a unique and low-maintenance plant that's sure to turn heads? Look no further than the Pachypodium geayi - also known as the Silver Madagascar palm!  This is not the main Madagascar Palm, but a less popular but still beautiful variety

With its adorable, grey-green leaves and striking flowers in vibrant colors, this unusual plant is sure to be a conversation starter. Believe it or not, Madagascar palms are succulents. It gives every section of your house a touch of tropical flare and botanical fascination, whether it's a succulent or a palm.   

Pachypodium is a plant with a thick, swollen stem that serves as a water reservoir and provides structure and strength. There are two species, Pachypodium lamerei, and Pachypodium geayi, which require the same level of care and differ in color.  

But what makes it unique! is how simple it is to maintain; it only needs a little watering and full sun, partial shade. These plants prefer a well-drained soil mix with specialized succulent potting soil, which is easy to find at Planet Desert.  Additionally, it is a species that requires little care and is incredibly drought tolerant. You can quickly expand your collection with just a few easy steps because the Madagascar palm tree is incredibly simple to propagate from cuttings. 

Hailing from Southwest Madagascar and reaching heights of 4 - 6 ft. indoors and 24 ft. outdoors at maturity, this succulent is sure to make a statement wherever it's planted. However, it's important to note that this plant is toxic for humans and pets, so handle it cautiously!  

Be sure to add Pachypodium geayi to your collection today and elevate the beauty of your home or garden, with this stunning looking plant. 

Bloom Season	Spring summer
Botanical Name	Pachipodium geayi
Botanical Name	Pachypodium geayi
Common Name	Madagascar palm
Common Name	Madagascar palm, Silver Madagascar Palm
Common Name	Silver Madagascar Palm
Dormancy	Winter
Family	Apocynaceae
Flower Color	Green
Flower Color	Green, yellow, white
Flower Color	Yellow, white, pink
Genus	Pachipodium
Genus	Pachypodium
Growth Habit	Caudiciform
Growth Habit	Tree like
Growth Rate	Slow
Hardiness Zone	10, 11
Hardiness Zone	9, 10, 11
Hardiness Zone	9 – 11(USDA)
Mature Size	10 in. tall
Mature Size	4 - 6 ft. tall (Indoor), 24 ft. tall (Outdoor)
Native Area	Madagascar
Native Area	Souther Madagascar
Plant Type	Perennial succulent
Plant Type	Succulent
Plant Type	Succulent, tree
Propagation	By cuttings
Propagation	By cuttings, stems, offsets
Propagation	By seed, stem cuttings
Resistance	Drought tolerant
Resistance	Drought tolerant, heat resistance, pest resistance
Resistance	Drought tolerant, pest resistance
Resistance	Drought tolerant, pest resistance, heat resistant
Soil PH	6.5
Soil PH	6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type	specialized succulent potting soil
Soil Type	Succulents potting mix soil
Special Features	Extraordinarily decorative bottleshaped succulent
Special Features	Thick - cylindrical stem
Sun Exposure	Full sun, partial shade
Toxicity	Mild Toxic for humans
Toxicity	Mild Toxic for humans, mild toxic for pets
Toxicity	Mild toxic for humans, mild toxic for pets (Keep away from children)
Toxicity	Mild Toxic for humans, mild toxic for pets(Keep away from children)
Watering Needs	Low
Watering Needs	Moderate