June 2024 Newsletter

Go Big Red Edition

Pictured: “Big Red” in Mike Merritt’s garden, Hilo, Hawaii

This issue features a colorful Malagasy palm referred to as “Big Red.” According to Dr. John Dransfield, “Dypsis ‘Big Red’ has all the hallmarks of Chrysalidocarpus lastelliana. In my opinion, it is a robust form of that species. Of course, we would have to wait until it flowers and fruits to be absolutely certain, but, in the meantime, I see no reason why we should not call it C. lastelliana.”

You’ll also find information about IPS membership and upcoming travel.

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