RHOPALOSTYLIS sapida 3L

Description

RHOPALOSTYLIS sapida

Nikau Palm

The nikau palm is the only palm species endemic to mainland New Zealand, with a stout, green trunk which bears grey-green leaf scars. Topped by a smooth, bulging crownshaft up to 1m long. The fronds are up to 3m long. Slow-growing. Thrives on cool temperatures, but is not subject to freezing weather in its natural habitat. It can survive a few degrees of frost.

Max Height 12m.

Full sun.

Moist, rich soil.

Frost Hardy (-3°C). Best overwintered indoors.