Rare Succulent – Pachypodium brevicaule (Live Plant)
This listing is for ONE live Pachypodium brevicaule, a rare caudiciform succulent, hand-picked from our California-based greenhouse nursery.
Plant size is approximately 2–4 inches (caudex width varies).
Photos are taken under natural light to show true color and form.
You will receive a plant similar to the one pictured.
🌵 About Pachypodium brevicaule
Pachypodium brevicaule is one of the most unique and sought-after caudex plants in the world. Native to Madagascar, it features a low, flattened caudex that resembles a living stone, with small spiny branches and bright yellow flowers during its growing season.
It is slow growing, extremely collectible, and prized for its bizarre sculptural form.
🏡 About Us
We are an exotic plant shop based in Los Angeles, California. As a California registered nursery, our mission is to guarantee that every plant we ship is healthy and pest-free, traveling directly from our greenhouse to your door.
❄️ WINTER SHIPPING – HEAT PACK REQUIRED
If your local temperatures fall below 40°F, a heat pack must be added to your order (search “heat pack” in our shop).
We do not replace or refund cold-damaged plants without a heat pack.
Please message us if you have any questions.
🚚 General Shipping
Please allow up to 3 business days to prepare your order.
All plants are quarantined and packed with great care.
If you need your package shipped on a specific date, please leave a note at checkout.
Soil and pots are not included to prevent damage and rot during transit.
🌿 After Arrival Tips
Once your plant arrives, we recommend potting it as soon as possible.
Due to shipping stress, plants may appear slightly dry, soft, or lighter/darker in color—this is normal and they will recover with proper care.
🌱 Soil
Use a porous, fast-draining mix.
We recommend a 1:1 ratio of cactus/succulent soil and pumice, perlite, lava rock, or grit for proper drainage.
Never allow the caudex to sit in wet soil.
☀️ Sunlight
Introduce sunlight gradually.
Bright light to partial sun is ideal.
Avoid strong direct sun immediately after arrival to prevent sunburn.
If growing outdoors in intense sun, we recommend 40% shade cloth.
💧 Watering
Water only when the soil is completely dry.
During winter or dormancy, water very sparingly or not at all.
Never let the plant sit in wet soil overnight.
💬 Support
Please contact us with any questions or concerns — we are always happy to help.
Your satisfaction is our top priority.
