Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ceracea
ID:
947697

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jum.) Beentje & J.Dransf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Palms Madagascar : 151 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000947035

Common Names

  • Dypsis ceracea
  • Ceraceous Palm
  • Cabbage Palm

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Description

Dypsis ceracea (also called Wax Palm, among many other common names) is a single-stemmed palm with a slender, grey-green trunk. It is native to Madagascar and grows in lowland forests and along rivers. It can reach up to 15 m in height and has a crown of arching, pinnate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Dypsis ceracea is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It has a unique, tropical look and can be used to create a tropical feel in any garden. It is also known for its ability to tolerate low light and dry conditions, making it a great choice for those who don't have a lot of time to spend on maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dypsis ceracea flower is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small, yellow flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dypsis ceracea is a palm that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Dypsis ceracea

Dypsis ceracea can be found in 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-65422: Based on the initial data import
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.
Henri Lucien Jumelle (1866-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jum.' in the authors string.