Pachypodium 'lamerei' (Madagascar Palm) Genus_Succ. Portulacaria pad-shaped stems that resemble bunny

pad-shaped stems that resemble bunny ears

curving stalks for trunks

much like the outside of a watermelon

Common Name: Frost

Pachypodium 'lamerei' (Madagascar Palm) Genus_Succ. Portulacaria pad-shaped stems that resemble bunnyBotanical 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