Elephants Trunk Plant - Pachypodium namaquanum houseplant as excess moisture in regular

as excess moisture in regular potting soil can promote root and stem rot

Overwatering is a quick death for them

Both methods require patience

Do not expose them to excessive direct light as it can lead to burns

Elephants Trunk Plant - Pachypodium namaquanum houseplant as excess moisture in regularIntroducing 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.