{"product_id":"pachypodium-enigmaticum-1","title":"Pachypodium enigmaticum","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"7\"\u003ePachypodium enigmaticum\u003c\/i\u003e is endemic to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eCentral Madagascar\u003c\/b\u003e, specifically localized around the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"99\"\u003eMandoto\u003c\/b\u003e area. It was officially described in 2014 by a team of botanists including Petr Pavelka and John Lavranos. Its discovery solved a long-standing mystery regarding unidentified specimens in cultivation, leading to its specific epithet which means \"enigmatic\" or \"mysterious.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHabitat\u003c\/b\u003e In the wild, this species grows in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003ewell-drained, mineral-rich soils\u003c\/b\u003e on rocky outcrops. It thrives in environments with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"127\"\u003emaximum sun exposure\u003c\/b\u003e and moderate water during its active growing season. The central highlands of Madagascar provide the harsh, sun-drenched conditions necessary for this plant to develop its characteristic squat and thickened form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003ePachypodium enigmaticum\u003c\/i\u003e is a dwarf pachycaul succulent highly prized for its compact and powerful silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCaudex \u0026amp; Form:\u003c\/b\u003e It develops a very broad and low-growing (squat) caudex that can reach up to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003e40 cm in diameter\u003c\/b\u003e, while the entire plant rarely exceeds \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"149\"\u003e40 cm in height\u003c\/b\u003e. This creates a dramatic \"flattened\" aesthetic that is highly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e The flowers are particularly striking, ranging from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003ebright yellow to deep orange\u003c\/b\u003e, adding a vibrant splash of color to the silvery trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStems \u0026amp; Spines:\u003c\/b\u003e The short, thick branches emerge from the top of the caudex and are armed with stipular spines typical of the genus, providing it with a rugged, prehistoric texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/b\u003e It is considered a slow-growing but stable species in cultivation. It requires a very airy, well-draining soil mix, plenty of direct light to prevent stretching。\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BotanicalCollector","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47424657850621,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/3552\/4605\/files\/pachypodium-enigmaticum_2_4d2d3115-7002-4e8e-993f-b043be2934ed.jpg?v=1777014934","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicalcollector.com\/products\/pachypodium-enigmaticum-1","provider":"BotanicalCollector","version":"1.0","type":"link"}