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Revision as of 23:55, 21 February 2009

Heterospathe longipes
Alsmithia HU.jpg
Scientific Classification
Genus: Heterospathe
Species: longipes
Synonyms
Alsmithia longipes
Native Continent
Oceania
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Morphology
Habit: solitary
Height: 10-12ft/3-3.6m
Trunk diameter: 8in/20cm
Culture
Sun exposure: Mild full sun
Watering: moderate-wet
Soil type: well draining
Survivability index
Common names
None.
UH, Hilo

Habitat and Distribution

From Fiji and lives in the low elevation rainforests

Description

It is a monoecious, pinnate palm that is relatively sparsely leaved and grows to a height of only about 10'-12'/3-3.6m. New leaf color is red-orange.

Culture

This is a decidedly tropical palm, marginal in subtropical climates like South Florida. Does great in Hawaii, though, where it is rapidly becoming a common "collector's" plant among palm enthusiasts. Most were disappointed when it lost its monotypic status, so it may be a little less sought after now. Needs lots of water and constant warmth.

Curiosities

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