Bonsai Madagascar Palm (Pachypodium) Care Guide

Succulent, Not Palm—Easy for Beginners

Light: Full sun indoors.
Winter: Dormant, 55°F, ¼ cup water/month.
Summer: Water when bone dry 1 week (every 2 weeks).
Soil: Cactus mix.
Two similar species: P. lamerei (greener leaves) vs P. geayi (gray, red-veined).

Loses leaves in winter—normal. Flowers on mature outdoor plants.

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