Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curtisii
ID:
947707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 22: 526 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000947045

Common Names

  • Dypsis curtisii
  • Curtis' Areca Palm
  • Finger Thatch Palm

Searching for Dypsis curtisii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Dypsis curtisii (also called Red-Stemmed Palm, among many other common names) is a single-stemmed, evergreen palm that grows up to 10 m tall. It has a slender trunk with a diameter of up to 10 cm and is covered with a brown-gray bark. It is native to Madagascar and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in dry forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Searching for Dypsis curtisii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Dypsis curtisii is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach up to 8 m (26 ft) tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Dypsis curtisii

Dypsis curtisii 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