Botanical name is Dypsis decaryi, phonetics- (DIP-sis), (de-KAR-yee). It belongs to family of Arecaceae family (ar-ek-AY-see-ee). Common name is Triangle Palm. Other name is Neodypsis decaryi. Origin is from Madagascar. USA Hardiness Z – 9- 11. Needs average water and full sun. Drought tolerant besides sweltering heat. It can achieve a height up to 15-20 feet. Could be grown outdoors and in containers. Can grow in poor/ dry soils but well drained. Soil ph, neutral to mildly acidic. germ 1- 2 months.
The inflorescence emerges near the base of the lower leaves in the springtime and can grow up to 5 feet long. It's seeds/ parts are poisonous.
Ornamental use is because of its uniquely arranged leaves base, that forms a triangle at the base. Used as accent plant in residential landscapes. Grown in beds, borders, patio, container. Propagation by seed. Resistant to pest. Fertilize twice a year.
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| Grown for foliage, which is blue green in color. |
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| Growth rate is considerably fast. |
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| It's maintenance is low. No pruning is required. |
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The inflorescence emerges near the
base of the lower leaves |
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Each fruit is one inch long, egg shaped,
green when immature and yellowish-white when ripe. |
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| Nightscape. |
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| In the bays of car parking. |
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| Growth rate is considerably fast. |
Please enjoy reading, viewing and decorate environment with this carefree palm. Good luck.
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