Dypsis pinnatifrons

Common names

Curiosities

Origin

Madagascar.

Habitat

Found at altitudes of up to 1000 meters.

Morphology.

A single trunk up to 12 m tall and 15 cm in diameter. Pinnate leaves. A prominent crownshaft, green or sometimes with a pink hue.

Climate

Subtropical.

Germination

Growing

Prefers shade as a youngster but can take full sun as an adult. Needs a moist but well-drained soil.