Adansonia digitata

Baobab

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Iconic African baobab with a massive trunk and deciduous leaves. A slow-growing succulent tree suitable as a small indoor specimen.
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Plant Details

Common Name Baobab
Family Malvaceae
Genus Adansonia
Species Digitata
Origin Africa
Blooming White flowers that bloom at night; rare indoors. Occurs in summer.
Leaf Color Grey-green to green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus/Succulent mix with high perlite and pumice content for drainage.

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Watering

Water sparingly. Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun exposure required. Avoid low light to prevent etiolation.

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Fertilization

Diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring/summer). None in winter.

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Pruning

Minimal pruning required. Remove damaged or crossing branches only.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 18000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
250 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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