Dypsis mocquerysiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Becc.) Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Palme Madagascar : 15 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000947109
Common Names
- Mocquerysiana Palm
- Mocquerysiana Areca Palm
- Mocquerysiana's Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dypsis mocquerysiana (also called Mocquerys 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 pinnate in shape.
Uses & Benefits
Dypsis mocquerysiana is an ornamental plant that is used as a houseplant and in landscaping. The leaves of the plant can be used to make baskets and mats. The plant is also used to create a tropical look in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Dypsis mocquerysiana flower is yellow and has a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings are thin and tall.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dypsis mocquerysiana is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It is a good choice for container cultivation.
Where to Find Dypsis mocquerysiana
Dypsis mocquerysiana is native to Madagascar and can be found in humid forests.
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-65491: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.