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Madagascar Palm

4.9 out of 5 (10 experiences)

Survivor

Blooms easily

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Pachypodium lamerei

Genus

Pachypodium

Family

Apocynaceae

Order

Gentianales

How to care for Madagascar Palm

💦 Water

How often to water your Madagascar Palm

Madagascar Palm needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Madagascar Palm in your home

Madagascar Palm love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Madagascar Palm does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Madagascar Palm in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Madagascar Palm

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Madagascar Palm: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Madagascar Palm after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Madagascar Palm is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

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Benefits of Growing Madagascar Palm →

Indoor Care Guide for Madagascar Palm →

Outdoor Care Guide for Madagascar Palm →

💦 Water Needs

Madagascar Palm thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Madagascar Palm Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Madagascar Palm requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Madagascar Palm is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Madagascar Palm is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

💨 Humidity

Madagascar Palm prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Madagascar Palm does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Madagascar Palm →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Madagascar Palm →

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💩 Fertilizer

Madagascar Palm grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Madagascar Palm →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Madagascar Palm to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Madagascar Palm is native to Madagascar and Africa.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Madagascar Palm bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Madagascar Palm Flowers →

Is Madagascar Palm an Annual Plant? →

Is Madagascar Palm a Perennial Plant? →

Madagascar Palm Pollination Guide →

Common Madagascar Palm Flower Problems →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Madagascar Palm Lifecycle →

Madagascar Palm Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Madagascar Palm →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Madagascar Palm can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Madagascar Palm Temperature Tolerance →

Madagascar Palm Hardiness Zones →

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Winter Care for Madagascar Palm →

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🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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What Eats Madagascar Palm? →

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Madagascar Palm. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!