Triangle Palm


Scientific Name: Neodypsis decaryi
Synonyms: Dypsis decaryi
Neodypsis decaryi
Size: Slowly up to 20 feet (6 m). 20 feet in diameter (4.5 m)
Min. Temperature: 29°F (-2°C)
Water Requirements: Regular water
Sun Requirements: Light shade to shade
Origin: Madagascar
Leaf: Pinnate, Gray green leaves, upright, bending at the end. 15 feet long..
Trunk: Circular, 12 inches. short.
Flower: Flower stalk coming from among the leaves.
Fruit: 0.75 iinches. oval.
Seed: 0.5 inches. round.

The Triangle Palm has its leaves organized in 3 ranks. It is a very recognizable feature.

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