Care Card

Pachypodium lamerei

Occasional watering

Water every 2 to 3 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Water more frequently in brighter light conditions and less frequently in low light conditions.

Direct light

Prefers direct exposure to sunlight.

Normal humidity

Any kind of humidity is fine, you can spray it every 2 weeks.

Not suitable for pets

This plant can be toxic for your pet, so we advise you not to keep them together.

Advice

Too much water can cause it to rot.
direct sunlight can burn it, but it is good if it receives many hours of light. Wipe its leaves with a dry cloth to help it photosynthesise
Choose a pot with drainage
Plant it in the right substrate
Fertilise it in summer

Signs of weakness

Drooping leaves - The most common reason is watering problems. Too much water can cause leaves to swell, become soft and mushy and eventually fall off.
Yellow leaves - Both overwatering and underwatering can cause leaves to turn yellow.
Brown leaves or dark spots on the leaves - The most common reason for brown or dark spots on the leaves on your succulents is sun damage or sunburn.