Overview

Chrysalidocarpus lastellianus is a bushy palms in the genus Chrysalidocarpus, part of the Arecaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Chrysalidocarpus lastellianus grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1A. Suggested uses include architectural and patio and container plants.

About

Chrysalidocarpus lastellianus is a bushy, evergreen palm belonging to the genus Chrysalidocarpus in the Arecaceae family. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with north- or east-facing aspects. This palm grows best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with an acid to neutral pH. Suitable for architectural use as well as patio and container planting, it is hardy under glass (H1A) in the UK. Propagation is by seed sown at temperatures not less than 25°C, with interest primarily in spring and summer.

About the genus

Chrysalidocarpus is a valid genus of African palms, family Arecaceae, first described by Hermann Wendland in 1878. The native range of species in this genus includes the Comoros, Madagascar and Pemba Islands, but some have been naturalised elsewhere as ornamental plants. Most species were previously placed in the genus Dypsis, including the type species Chrysalidocarpus lutescens.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Chrysalidocarpus

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

North-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1A

Plant details

Chrysalidocarpus lastellianus size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Palms

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Architectural, Patio and container plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Chrysalidocarpus lastellianus

Propagation

Seed sown at not less than 25°C

Pest resistance

Red spider mite, Mealybugs, Thrips, Scale insects

Frequently asked questions