Cabada Palm

Chrysalidocarpus cabadae, the Cabada Palm, is a clumping feather palm with several slender, ringed stems. In warm landscapes it can reach about 30 ft tall and 15 ft wide, forming a light, upright canopy. The accepted name is Chrysalidocarpus cabadae; Dypsis cabadae remains a widely used synonym in horticulture. ## Landscape Use Use the palm as a tropical accent, informal screen, or grouped planting where the stems and arching fronds have room to show. The clump is broader than a single-trunk palm, so allow space for basal shoots as well as the mature crown. Its size and growth habit suit outdoor landscapes in warm regions; young plants can also be kept in a bright, protected interior while small. ## Growing Conditions Give it full sun to partial shade and a well-drained soil. Regular water during establishment supports steady growth; avoid leaving roots saturated. A sheltered position helps protect the foliage from cold, and warm-season feeding with a palm fertilizer can support healthy growth where soils are nutrient-poor. ## Seasonal Interest The palm is evergreen. Small yellow flowers are reported in summer, followed by round orange fruit, adding detail beneath the foliage. [Kew confirms the accepted name and Cabada palm common name](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665954-1/general-information); [the University of Florida IFAS profile gives its 30-by-15-ft landscape size and clumping habit](https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP009); [Plantmark describes its flowers, light, and soil needs](https://www.plantmark.com.au/dypsis-cabadae). ## Maintenance Water while establishing and through extended dry weather. Remove old or damaged leaves cleanly, and thin only selected older stems if the clump becomes too dense. Use palm fertilizer according to local soil conditions and product directions.