Chrysalidocarpus heteromorphus

• SUB CATEGORY PALMS OF MADAGASCAR

Andersen Garden, Hawaii.

Dypsis heteromorpha
Andersen Garden, Hawaii.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Dypsis Species: heteromorpha
Synonyms
None set.
Native Continent
Africa
Morphology
Habit: Clustering Leaf type: Pinnate
Culture
Survivability index
Common names
Highland Sugar Cane Palm.

Habitat and Distribution

Dypsis heteromorpha is a high-elevation species from northern Madagascar, where it is found in moist montane forest.

Description

A moderately sized clustering palm, with a green ringed trunk, and reddish brown fuzzy crown shaft. It's leaves are V shaped and tristichous. A beautiful palm.

Culture

A moderate to fast grower that can take full sun, and thrives in Southern California.

External Links

• Glossary of Palm Terms
• Pronunciation Key

References

Special thanks to Geoff Stein, (Palmbob) for his hundreds of photos, edric.

• IMAGE GALLERY
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  Andersen Garden, Hawaii.

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  Hawaii.

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  Photo by Justen Dobbs, edric.

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  SoCal. photo by Nick, edric.

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Many Special Thanks to Ed Vaile for his long hours of tireless editing and numerous contributions.

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