Dypsis lastelliana

(dy-sis lah-stell-e-ann-a)

formally Neodypsis lastelliana



Common Name: Teddy bear Palm, Redneck palm

Note red color of crownshaft


Native to Madagascar
Growth Rate: Moderate (1-3 feet / year)
Drought Tolerance: High once established
Typical Height: 30 feet
Purchase Date: May 1995

Size Pot: 1 gallon

Cost: $10.00


Planted in Ground: June 16th 1996
Picture taken: April 1998
Height: 6 feet to tip of tallest frond