Elephants Trunk Plant - Pachypodium namaquanum houseplant Both methods require patience

Both methods require patience

The specific epithet spiralis coined by Balfour refers to the spiralling of the stem in specimens he observed

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outdoor USDA zone 10-11

Elephants Trunk Plant - Pachypodium namaquanum houseplant Both methods require patienceIntroducing the stunning Elephant's Trunk plant, which is also known as the Pachypodium namaquanum, a vibrant member of the Pachypodium genus. The Elephant's Trunk plant gets its name from its unique, thick stem that resembles an elephant's trunk. This stem is covered in sharp spines, which act as a defense mechanism against herbivores. When fully grown, the Pachypodium namaquanum can reach impressive heights of up to 16 feet in its natural habitat.