General Landscape Uses: Tropical and subtropical focal points, background screening, large containers, poolside plant
Ecological Restoration Notes: Not recommended
Description: Evergreen tropical perennial or tree-like herb
Dimensions: Height 25 ft.; Spread 20 ft.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Native Range: Eastern South Africa, southern Mozambique
Native Habitats: Subtropical coastal forests, riverbanks and forest margins, dune thickets
Soils: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6 – 7.5)
Nutritional Requirements: Moderate
Salt Water Tolerance: Low to moderate
Salt Wind Tolerance: Moderate
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Light Requirements: Full Sun or Part Sun
Flower Color: White
Flower Characteristics: Bird-like, boat-shaped spathe with upright petals
Flowering Season: Spring to fall
Fruit: Brown, woody pod containing black seeds with orange tufts
Wildlife and Ecology: Habitat and nectar for wildlife
Horticultural Notes: Propagated by division, seed
Comments:
Nikole Kiralis –
Gorgeous palms, exceptional delivery – five stars across the board. Thank you!