Dypsis humilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.S.Trudgen, Rakotoarin. & W.J.Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 53: 140 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912337
Common Names
- Dypsis humilis
- Humilis Palm
- Dypsis Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dypsis humilis (also called Dwarf Dypsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, deciduous forests. It is a small, palm-like tree with short, pinnate leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dypsis humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dypsis humilis has yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dypsis humilis is a species of palm that is native to tropical regions of Madagascar. It is a fast-growing, clumping palm that can reach heights of up to 5 meters. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed, which should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Germination can take up to 8 weeks. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant.
Where to Find Dypsis humilis
Dypsis humilis can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America.
Dypsis humilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dypsis humilis?
Dypsis humilis
What type of plant is Dypsis humilis?
Palm
Where is Dypsis humilis 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-457263: Based on the initial data import
Mijoro Rakotoarinivo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakotoarin.' in the authors string.
William John Baker (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Baker' in the authors string.
Melinda S. Trudgen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.S.Trudgen' in the authors string.