Dypsis cabadae
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Dypsis cabadae

Cabada palm

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
Click count
16
Observations
1

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

The Cabada palm organically thrives in surroundings like forest understories or rocky terrains, where it naturally encounters shade. It predominantly prefers conditions with partial sunlight, however, it can acclimate to situations of full sunlight or complete shadow, thus showcasing its adaptable and robust characteristics.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

The Cabada palm is native to tropical areas characterized by hot and moist climates. Consequently, it is acclimatized to endure heat and humidity. It does not deal well with abrupt changes in temperature and favors a consistent thermal climate, hence the need to prevent noticeable temperature variations in indoor settings. The plant generally is not resilient to cold climates and necessitates warmer conditions to thrive. Should the ambient temperature plummet significantly, this might culminate in the stunting of its growth, or even worse, the death of the plant.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Encourage healthy development by applying fertilizer to your Cabada palm at the start of spring. Consistent fertilization boosts the overall wellbeing, leading to robust growth, increased resilience against harsh environments, and better resistance to diseases and pests. Stick to a particular fertilization routine for your Cabada palm to guarantee bright, colourful leaves and a dense look.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Palm
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Dypsis
Family
Arecaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
6.1 m to 11.89 m
Mature Spread
3.05 m to 4.88 m
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Size
0.51 cm to 1.02 cm
Bloom Time
All year round
Planting Time
Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
All year round
Native Area
Madagascar

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en Cabada palm