Description

A large and well-grown Golden Cane with thick trunks and arching yellow leaves it is unbeatable. One of the best choices as an indoor plant in high-ceilinged rooms as well as for warm, sheltered gardens.

Origin

Madagascar in coastal forest.

Form and size

Clustering palm to 10m.

Preferred habitat

Indoors in a warm, sunny position or outdoors with protection from strong winds and frost.

Dypsis lutescens

Golden Cane Palm

Growth rate

 Medium

Outdoors

 Only in warm locations

Indoors

 Yes (well-lit position)

Wind

 Some tolerance

Sea winds

 Some tolerance

Sun

 Good tolerance

Dryness

 Good tolerance

Frost

 Light frost only

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