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Silver Madagascar Palm

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Fast grower

Survivor

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Pachypodium geayi

Genus

Pachypodium

Family

Apocynaceae

Order

Gentianales

How to care for Silver Madagascar Palm

💦 Water

How often to water your Silver Madagascar Palm

Silver 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 Silver Madagascar Palm in your home

Silver 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.

Silver Madagascar Palm does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Silver Madagascar Palm

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Silver 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 Silver Madagascar Palm after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Silver 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Silver 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

Silver 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. Silver Madagascar Palm is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

💨 Humidity

Silver 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

Silver 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!

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💩 Fertilizer

Silver 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!

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❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Silver 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

Silver Madagascar Palm is native to Madagascar and Africa.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

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

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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.

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Silver 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!