Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Dransf. & Marcus
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Palms 46: 48 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401222
Common Names
- Dypsis carlsmithii
- Carlsmith's Dypsis
- Carlsmith's Palm
Description
Dypsis carlsmithii (also called Carlsmith's Palm, among many other common names) is a small, single-stemmed palm that grows up to 10 feet tall. It has a slender trunk and a crown of long, arching leaves. It is native to Madagascar and grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Dypsis carlsmithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Dypsis carlsmithii has a yellow flower with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dypsis carlsmithii is a perennial palm that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is frost hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Dypsis carlsmithii
Dypsis carlsmithii is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Dypsis carlsmithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dypsis carlsmithii?
Dypsis carlsmithii
What is the common name of Dypsis carlsmithii?
Carlsmith's Dypsis
What type of plant is Dypsis carlsmithii?
Succulent
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
Jeff Marcus: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marcus' in the authors string.