Elephants Trunk Plant - Pachypodium namaquanum houseplant The soil should be well-ventilated

The soil should be well-ventilated

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

outdoor USDA zone 10-11

or create your own by combining regular potting soil with sand or perlite for improved drainage

Elephants Trunk Plant - Pachypodium namaquanum houseplant The soil should be well-ventilatedIntroducing 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.