Pachypodium 'lamerei' (Madagascar Palm) Genus_Succ. Portulacaria Botanical Name: Alocasia Rugosa

Botanical Name: Alocasia Rugosa

much like the outside of a watermelon

pad-shaped stems that resemble bunny ears

immerse it in water for 1 or 2 minutes in a tray every 2 or 3 days

curving stalks for trunks

Pachypodium 'lamerei' (Madagascar Palm) Genus_Succ. Portulacaria Botanical Name: Alocasia RugosaBotanical Name: Pachypodium 'lamerei' Common Names: Madagascar Palm Description: This 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. Pachypodium means "thick foot" and refers to the thick swollen stem that stores water and gives the plant structure and strength. The swollen stem grows upwards with the leaves surrounding the crown gradually