Dypsis lastelliana (Redneck Palm)

Dypsis lastelliana (Redneck Palm) plant with red crownshaft and long green arching frond leaves
Dypsis lastelliana (Redneck Palm) showing the distinctive red crownshaft and long, arching green palm leaves

Botanical names: Dypsis lastelliana, Neodypsis lastelliana

Common names: Redneck Palm, Teddy Bear Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Madagascar

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryPalm or palm-like plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

This rare collectible grows into a large feather palm with a very distinctive reddish tormentum on the crownshaft. An easily grown palm which likes full sun or light shade, and a moist, well drained position. Quite slow growing.

Similar plants: Dypsis lastelliana (Redneck Palm)




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