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palm tree cactus plant Pachypodium lamerei – Madagascar Palm with Spiny TrunkPachypodium lamerei The Striking Madagascar Palm What Makes Pachypodium lamerei Special? Pachypodium lamerei, commonly known as the Madagascar Palm, is a unique succulent tree native to Madagascar. Despite its name, it is not a true palm but belongs to the Apocynaceae family, making it a fascinating choice for collectors of rare and exotic plants. With its spiny silver gray trunk and palm like foliage, it adds an architectural statement to any space.
Pachypodium lamerei – The Striking Madagascar Palm
What Makes Pachypodium lamerei Special?
Pachypodium lamerei, commonly known as the Madagascar Palm, is a unique succulent tree native to Madagascar. Despite its name, it is not a true palm but belongs to the Apocynaceae family, making it a fascinating choice for collectors of rare and exotic plants. With its spiny silver-gray trunk and palm-like foliage, it adds an architectural statement to any space.
Key Features of Pachypodium lamerei
- Foliage: Long, narrow, glossy green leaves forming a crown atop the spiny trunk.
- Growth Habit: Can reach up to 6 meters in its natural habitat, but stays compact (1.2 – 1.8 meters) indoors.
- Flowers: Produces large, white, fragrant flowers under optimal outdoor conditions.
- Drought-Tolerant: Stores water in its thick trunk, making it highly low-maintenance.
- Ideal for Indoor and Outdoor Growth: Adaptable as a houseplant, patio plant, or landscape feature in warm climates.
How to Grow and Care for Pachypodium lamerei
- Light: Requires bright, direct sunlight for optimal growth – place near a south- or west-facing window indoors.
- Watering: Water only when soil is fully dry. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot.
- Soil: Prefers well-draining cactus or succulent mix – avoid heavy soils.
- Temperature and Humidity: Thrives in warm temperatures (18 – 30°C); intolerant to frost.
- Fertilization: Apply a diluted liquid fertilizer every 4 – 6 weeks during the growing season.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning required – only remove dead leaves at the base.
Common Issues and Solutions
- Overwatering: Can lead to root rot. Ensure soil dries out completely before watering.
- Leaf Drop: Normal in winter dormancy – reduce watering and keep warm.
- Pests: Rarely affected but can attract mealybugs – wipe off with neem oil.
Where to Use Pachypodium lamerei?
- Indoor Statement Plant: Adds a tropical, sculptural element to interiors.
- Outdoor Xeriscaping: Ideal for drought-tolerant gardens in warm climates.
- Patio and Balcony Gardens: Thrives in large pots with bright light exposure.
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★★★★★ 3
Bought 4 - burned out in 6 wks
I paid full price and purchased four of these; within six weeks one was inoperable and won't turn on at all. Dead. One other is barely hanging on and two are still doing okay. Given the price, I'd expect far more.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2024
★★★★★ 2
Can’t recommend with 2/6 failing in 2
Purchased 6 lights, two failed within 8 weeks photo shows dead la get on left vs functional one on right. Sadly, I have received no response or support from the company. Who knows how long the other 4 lights will last.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2025
★★★★★ 5
pricey but worth it
I just happened to check reviews on this and saw a couple negatives. I don't doubt that they have had some issue with the solar panels but that's not been my experience. I've purchased 6 over the span of a year and a half from various merchants including amazon. Gama Sonic is pricey in general, yet I've found I can rely on the quality of the brand. I have other models as well. This particular is one of my favorites because of the versatility in placement, whether staked in the ground or in a pipe or fence for a higher mount. The hook is solid as is the stake itself. The brightness is great as long as you understand what you're getting in lumens and it meets the specs for your purpose. My first 2 have now passed the 2 year mark and going strong. Of course, there's not much sun during the Jersey winter so they don't have the juice to last long but for 8-9 months of the year they burn all night. I anticipate having to replace the battery next season at some point. 3 year life is fine for me. Bulb is supposed to last 10 years. Not sure I'll be around to update. I also appreciate that if you have slim enough hands, you can access the on off switch from underneath for those times you don't want it or wish to change the brightness. The solar panel design is also very functional with a somewhat stylish look. Personal taste on that one I guess but it does soak up the rays. Like I said, pleased enough to go back twice more.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Quick replacement for defective one
I really love these lights; they consistently stay on all night on most nights given that I live in a state with lots of cloudy days and it is winter. That is a huge plus. I did have one that was defective and I received a replacement very quickly and was able to charge it up in the sun and it works very well. In some of them I have noticed condensation (in ones that I purchased about 6 months ago) but for now they work flawlessly. You really need to be aware of the level of sunlight to use solar lights effectively and for those areas that there isn't enough you need to accept the limitations or install low voltage lights for supplemental light in those areas. These are my favorite and most reliable solar path lights and I will continue to buy more of them. Amazon readily accepted by return and from my return to new light was only a couple of days, which I found was impressive and appreciated!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2023
★★★★★ 1
Fantastic, until they were not.
Expensive, but very nice and very effective solar lights. Definitely were brighter and stayed on longer than most. however, 5 months later they have all but stopped working. Majority of the solar panels look like they are damaged, but I've no idea how they got damaged.
I'll post some pictures of what they look like, but its like they were damaged by water or something; which obviously they should not be!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2021