Dypsis baronii Arecaceae Jason Dewees, San Francisco Dypsis baronii A moderate-sized, unarmed, clustering pinnate palm from Madagascar forest at moderate altitudes, tolerant of frost to 28F, resembling the common indoor "Areca" palm. Dypsis lutescens Newly introduced, it has been quite successful in various Southern California climates. The petioles and crownshaft can have pleasing yellow to red tones. Tolerant of cool conditions and needs bright shade or dappled sun when young, regular water and well-drained soil. Worth trying in Sunset zones 17 & 16. Has been tested in zone 9 - so far so good, but is bound to have periodic frost setbacks. Photo by Bruce Peters

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