{"product_id":"dypsis-decaryi","title":"Dypsis Decaryi","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDypsis Decaryi | Triangle Palm from Madagascar | Collector’s Palm\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDypsis decaryi\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003eTriangle Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e, is one of Madagascar’s most distinctive palms. Its name comes from the remarkable triangular arrangement of the leaf bases around the trunk, giving the mature plant an almost architectural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many palms with a conventionally round crown, \u003cem\u003eDypsis decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e develops its leaves in three distinct vertical rows. Together with the sturdy trunk and strongly structured leaf bases, this gives the plant a particularly sculptural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a palm that looks equally at home in a tropical garden, a sunny conservatory or – while young – as an unusual container plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBotanical background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDypsis decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003eendemic to Madagascar\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it occurs naturally in the southern part of the island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is adapted to a warm climate with pronounced seasonal dryness. This explains an important point in cultivation: although it is a tropical-looking palm, it does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e want to sit permanently in wet soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive triangular trunk arrangement is already visible in younger plants and becomes increasingly pronounced as the palm develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this palm is special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive \u003cstrong\u003ethree-sided \/ triangular arrangement\u003c\/strong\u003e of the leaf bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEndemic to Madagascar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrongly architectural growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant, pinnate leaves with a silvery-green appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for sunny terraces and balconies during the warm season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan become an impressive specimen with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticularly interesting for collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan and unusual palms\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDypsis decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triangle Palm \/ Three-sided Palm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arecaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madagascar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solitary palm with a distinctive triangular crownshaft\/trunk arrangement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, pinnate, grey-green to silvery-green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very bright to full sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preferably outdoors in a sunny, warm position\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright and frost-free\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not reliably hardy in Central Europe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, with good drying between waterings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained and permeable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collector’s palm \/ container plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe right location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive \u003cem\u003eDypsis decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eas much light as possible\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sunny position is ideal. During the warmer months, the palm can be placed outdoors on a sunny terrace or balcony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it has been overwintered indoors, acclimatise it gradually to strong direct sunlight. This prevents the leaves from being scorched after moving from a relatively low-light indoor environment directly into intense summer sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring active growth, water thoroughly and then allow the upper part of the substrate to dry before watering again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe important point is \u003cstrong\u003egood drainage rather than keeping the soil constantly wet\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring cooler winter conditions, reduce watering considerably. The combination of low temperatures and permanently wet roots should be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDypsis decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003enot a reliably hardy palm in Switzerland\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be protected from frost and overwintered in a bright, frost-free location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cooler winter period is possible, but watering should then be reduced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003epermeable, well-drained substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe roots should have access to both moisture and air. Heavy soil that remains wet for prolonged periods is unsuitable and can lead to root problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivated at TOMs FLOWer CLUB\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt TOMs FLOWer CLUB, I prefer palms that are allowed to develop at their natural pace rather than being pushed with excessive fertilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDypsis decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e is particularly rewarding when allowed to develop its characteristic structure gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant is cultivated in a \u003cstrong\u003epermeable, self-mixed substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e, with attention to drainage and healthy root development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs always:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% organic quality before quantity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I find particularly appealing about \u003cem\u003eDypsis decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e is that its identity is already visible when the plant is still relatively young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to wait for a huge palm to appreciate what makes it different. The unusual arrangement of the leaves creates a geometric structure that separates it immediately from the many more conventional palms found in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd with age, that architecture becomes increasingly pronounced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive the \u003cstrong\u003eDypsis decaryi plant of the displayed size\u003c\/strong\u003e, established and cultivated in a well-drained substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any living plant, the exact shape and development will continue to change as it grows. The characteristic triangular structure will become increasingly apparent with maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly interesting palm for anyone who appreciates \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan plants, unusual palms and naturally architectural growth forms\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMuch joy with your new Dypsis decaryi!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTOMs FLOWer CLUB - \u003cem\u003e100% organic quality before quantity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"tomsflowerclub.ch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56864670679426,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/7734\/3406\/files\/Dypsis-Decaryi-palmtree-TOMs-FLOWer-CLUB-3.jpg?v=1787421882","url":"https:\/\/tomsflowerclub.ch\/products\/dypsis-decaryi","provider":"tomsflowerclub.ch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}