Madagascan Ocotillo (Alluaudia procera)
Alluaudia procera, the Madagascan Ocotillo, is a spiny succulent shrub from Madagascar, forming dense thickets with unique architectural form.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to light shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. A gritty, sandy mix or a cactus/succulent potting mix is ideal.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25 °C. Protect from frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to light shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining soil is crucial. A gritty, sandy mix or a cactus/succulent potting mix is ideal.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25 °C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-15 m
Spread
1-3 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Opposite, ovate to elliptic
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyDidiereaceae
- genusAlluaudia
- speciesAlluaudia procera
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No