Adasonia Digitata (Baobab) #65

Bring the awe-inspiring presence of the African savanna to your landscape with the Adansonia digitata, commonly known as the Baobab or "Tree of Life." This iconic and long-lived succulent tree is a symbol of resilience, longevity, and cultural significance, boasting a unique bottle-shaped trunk and a majestic canopy that will transform any garden into an exotic oasis.

Key Features:

• Iconic Bottle-Shaped Trunk:The Baobab's most distinctive feature is its massive, swollen trunk, which serves as a water reservoir, allowing it to thrive in arid environments. The trunk can reach extraordinary diameters, creating a truly awe-inspiring presence in any landscape.

• Unique Branching Structure:The branches of the Baobab are thick and gnarled, often spreading horizontally to create a wide, umbrella-like canopy. This unique branching pattern adds to its sculptural beauty and provides welcome shade in hot climates.

• Deciduous Foliage:The leaves of the Baobab are palmately compound, resembling a hand with 5-7 leaflets. They are a bright green color and provide a delicate contrast to the massive trunk. During the dry season, the tree sheds its leaves to conserve water.

• Showy Blooms: In the summer months, the Baobab produces large, white, pendulous flowers with a sweet fragrance. These beautiful blooms add a touch of elegance to its already impressive form.

• Drought-Tolerant:This resilient tree is incredibly drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established. It's a perfect choice for xeriscaping or low-maintenance gardens in arid climates.

Why You'll Love It:

• Unique & Iconic: Its distinctive form and impressive size make it a standout addition to any landscape.

• Cultural Significance:The Baobab holds deep cultural and historical significance in Africa, symbolizing resilience, longevity, and community.

• Low-Maintenance: Perfect for busy gardeners, this tree thrives with minimal care.

• Versatile: Enjoy its beauty as a focal point in your garden, a shade provider, or even as a container plant in its younger years.

Care Tips:

• Sunlight: Plant in a location with full sun exposure for optimal growth.

• Watering: Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

• Soil: Well-drained soil is essential.

Bring the Savanna Home:

The Adansonia digitata is more than just a tree; it's a symbol of Africa's rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. Whether you're seeking a statement piece for your landscape or a testament to sustainable gardening, this iconic tree will leave a lasting impression.

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 210mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.

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