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Alluaudia humberti
Scientific Name: Alluaudia humberti Choux
Family: Didiereaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone: USDA: 11-12 Frost Tolerance: Keep above 50°F (10°C) Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade Origin: Southern coastal plain of Madagascar Growth Habits: Tree, up to 16 feet tall (5 m), stems have thorns, 0.2 to 1 inch long (0.5 to 2.5 cm), leaves 0.6 inches long (1.5 cm) Watering Needs: Little to no water from November to March Propagation: Cuttings, seeds

Also spelled 'humbertii'.

Cultural Practices:
Can be trimmed severely to keep in a container.

Blooming Habits:
Small flowers

Check for Field Collection numbers at Ralph Martin's Site