Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
947748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 3, 6(1): 35 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000947086

Common Names

  • Linearis Palm
  • Linearis Areca Palm
  • Linearis's Palm

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Description

Dypsis linearis (also called Silver Palm, among many other common names) is a single-stemmed palm tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and along rivers. Its leaves are a bright green and are linear in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Dypsis linearis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. The leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties. It is also used in the production of furniture, baskets, and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dypsis linearis has small, yellowish-green flowers which are followed by small, three-lobed capsules containing small, black seeds. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, ovate-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dypsis linearis is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium at a temperature of 80-90°F. Germination can take up to 6 months.

Where to Find Dypsis linearis

Dypsis linearis is native to Madagascar and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is widely available in nurseries and garden centers.

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,

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