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Madagascan ocotillo

Alluaudia procera (Drake) Drake
Madagascan ocotillo
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Alluaudia procera, known as Madagascan ocotillo, is a deciduous succulent belonging to the Didiereaceae family. It is native to southern Madagascar and is not found naturally elsewhere.

Description

Alluaudia procera is a species of succulent plant in the Didiereaceae family. It is a deciduous shrub or small tree that is endemic to the southern regions of Madagascar. The plant was first described in 1903 and is commonly referred to as Madagascan ocotillo. It is adapted to arid environments and is part of the unique flora of Madagascar.

Other common names

Madagascan ocotillo

Distribution

Global · Madagascar

Synonyms

Didierea procera

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