Alluaudia
Botanical name: Alluaudia
Alluaudia
Botanical name: Alluaudia
Description
Alluaudia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Didiereaceae. Spines are arranged around the leaves. There are six species, all endemic to Madagascar. Most occur in the southwestern subarid forest-thicket vegetation of the island. 
Species of Alluaudia
Madagascar ocotillo
Madagascar ocotillo (Alluaudia procera) is a most distinctive succulent that rewards ornamental growers with leathery leaves and long spines that protrude from its stem. It is a tropical species, so in cooler climates, it is most often grown as a houseplant. Madagascar ocotillo looks strikingly similar to Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens), hence the name, but they are actually completely unrelated species.
Alluaudia humbertii
Alluaudia humbertii is a genus of flowering plants in the family Didiereaceae. Spines are arranged around the leaves. There are six species, all endemic to Madagascar. Most occur in the southwestern subarid forest-thicket vegetation of the island.
Alluaudia comosa
Alluaudia comosa is a genus of flowering plants in the family Didiereaceae. Spines are arranged around the leaves. There are six species, all endemic to Madagascar. Most occur in the southwestern subarid forest-thicket vegetation of the island.
Alluaudia
Alluaudia is a spiny succulent often used in xeriscaping with its flowers blooming during the spring. Alluaudia is a tall sun-loving perennial shrub/tree which is noted for its heart-shaped leaves and thorns.
Care Guide for Alluaudia
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Didierea Genus
Alluaudia 
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