Pachypodium lealii v. saundersii 'compactum' Caudiciform but most now say it

but most now say it is just a variety of H

Lobivia saltensis  A pretty ribbed cactus from Bolivia with bright red flowers

falling off in the fall and regrowing in the spring  Water regularly in summer

While technically a succulent this plant doesn't like drying out fully (but is forgiving of the occasional dry spell)

Takes normal cactus care except it is more sensitive to overwatering than most

Pachypodium lealii v. saundersii 'compactum' Caudiciform but most now say itPachypodium lealii v. saundersii 'compactum' A nice smaller shrubby caudiciform species with thick stems. As the name 'compactum' suggests it is a smaller form of the species that will form a fat plant in a smaller pot. Not difficult to grow. Experiences light frost in its native South Africa, but any hard frost can kill it. Likes water during the growing season as long as it is in well drained soil. Should be kept fairly dry in the winter. You will