Dypsis betsimisarakae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rakotoarin. & J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 65: 293 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917570
Common Names
- Dypsis betsimisarakae
- Betsimisaraka Dypsis
- Betsimisaraka Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dypsis betsimisarakae (also called 'Betsimisaraka Dypsis', among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Madagascar. It is found growing in moist, tropical forests at elevations of 500-1500 m. This species has a single trunk and pinnate leaves. The flowers are small, white or pinkish, and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Dypsis betsimisarakae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dypsis betsimisarakae has yellow flowers that bloom in the summertime. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dypsis betsimisarakae is a slow-growing, clustering palm that can reach a height of about 10 feet. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.
Where to Find Dypsis betsimisarakae
Dypsis betsimisarakae is native to Madagascar.
Species in the Dypsis genus
Dypsis albofarinosa, Dypsis carlsmithii, Dypsis turkii, Dypsis delicatula, Dypsis robusta, Dypsis procumbens, Dypsis henrici, Dypsis ankirindro, Dypsis brittiana, Dypsis humilis, Dypsis makirae, Dypsis rakotonasoloi, Dypsis plumosa, Dypsis culminis, Dypsis dracaenoides, Dypsis gautieri, Dypsis gronophyllum, Dypsis jeremiei, Dypsis betsimisarakae, Dypsis reflexa, Dypsis andilamenensis, Dypsis anjae, Dypsis sancta, Dypsis vonitrandambo, Dypsis metallica, Dypsis acaulis, Dypsis acuminum, Dypsis ambanjae, Dypsis ambilaensis, Dypsis ambositrae, Dypsis andapae, Dypsis andrianatonga, Dypsis angusta, Dypsis angustifolia, Dypsis ankaizinensis, Dypsis antanambensis, Dypsis aquatilis, Dypsis arenarum, Dypsis baronii, Dypsis basilonga, Dypsis beentjei, Dypsis bejofo, Dypsis bernieriana, Dypsis betamponensis, Dypsis boiviniana, Dypsis bonsai, Dypsis bosseri, Dypsis brevicaulis, Dypsis cabadae, Dypsis canaliculata,
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-462916: Based on the initial data import
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
Mijoro Rakotoarinivo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakotoarin.' in the authors string.