Goldfruchtpalme (Dypsis lutescens) im Masoala Regenwald des Zoo Zürich

Golden cane palm

Dypsis lutescens

The golden cane palm is under threats in its natural range in Madagascar. The loss of its habitat, in particular, is taking its toll on the species.

NT

Red List
Near Threatened
Distribution

Madagascar (rare), cultivated worldwide

Number of related species

140 (only in Madagascar!)

Use

houseplant – probably the best-selling palm in the world!

Habitat at the zoo:

Masoala Rainforest
Distribution

Madagascar (rare), cultivated worldwide

Number of related species

140 (only in Madagascar!)

Use

houseplant – probably the best-selling palm in the world!

Habitat at the zoo:

Masoala Rainforest

Godparent

Support the plants of Zoo Zurich with your annual godparent sponsorship

Golden cane palm for CHF 300.–

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Godparent

Support the plants of Zoo Zurich with your annual godparent sponsorship

Golden cane palm for CHF 300.–

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