Pachypodium namaquanum
The iconic “halfmens” of the Richtersveld: a single spiny column crowned with crinkled leaves, leaning north.
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Enquire about this plantPachypodium namaquanum grows as an unbranched, densely spined column topped with a rosette of velvety leaves. It is a winter-growing species and among the most protected plants in South Africa.
Available by enquiry. This is a protected South African species. Sale and transport may require provincial permits, which we confirm individually before any sale. Please use the enquiry button to ask about availability.
CITES Appendix II species.
| Botanical name | Pachypodium namaquanum |
|---|---|
| Common name | Halfmens |
| Supplied as | Established in pot |
| Photos | Representative of the batch — individual plants vary |
| Light | Bright light to full sun; give some shade from the harshest midday sun in summer. |
| Watering | Water when the mix has dried out while the plant is growing (autumn to spring). Keep almost dry during the summer rest. |
| Temperature | Avoid frost. Grows in cool weather but dislikes being cold and wet at the same time. |
| Growth cycle & dormancy | Winter grower. Rests through the hot summer months. |
| Substrate | Very free-draining mineral mix. |
| Species | Pachypodium namaquanum |
|---|---|
| Size | Seedling |
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