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    Operculicarya pachypus

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    Classification Information

    Scientific Name
    Operculicarya pachypus
    Family
    Anacardiaceae
    Genus
    Operculicarya
    Last Updated
    February 4, 2026

    Origin & Distribution

    Native Region
    Madagascar
    Distribution
    Southwestern Madagascar, near Toliara
    Habitat
    terrestrial
    Altitude
    0–500m
    Operculicarya pachypus

    About pachypus

    A small deciduous pachycaul tree reaching up to 1.2m tall with a barrel-shaped trunk covered in corky, warty bark. Branches grow in a distinctive zigzag pattern. Produces tiny glossy compound leaves and small yellowish-green flowers. Dioecious species. Autumn foliage turns red before leaf drop.

    Care Guide

    LightFull Sun
    WateringModerate (When Dry)
    Temperature10–40°C
    HumidityLow
    Difficulty:
    Challenging

    Care Tips

    Requires full sun and excellent drainage. Water generously in summer growing season, reduce in winter dormancy. Very slow growing but develops impressive bonsai-like form over time. Frost sensitive - maintain above 10°C. Can be propagated from root cuttings.

    Growth Records of pachypus

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    Operculicarya pachypus

    Operculicarya pachypus

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