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Nong Nooch, Thailand

Arenga hookeriana
Singapore
Scientific Classification
Genus: Arenga Species: hookeriana
Synonyms
Didymosperma hookerianum
Native Continent
Asia
Morphology
Habit: Clustering Leaf type: Palmate
Culture
Survivability index
Common names
Hooker's Sugar Palm, Hooker's Fishtail Palm.

Habitat and distribution

Thailand Peninsula, North Malaysia Peninsula, Habitat:Rainforest

Description

Physical Characteristics, Height:Up to 1.8m (6ft) Spread:Up to 1.5m (5ft) Growth Habit:Clumping, Trunk Type:No Crownshaft, Brown Canelike Trunk Diameter:Up to 20mm (0.75") Leaf Type:Palmate, Leaf Size:Up to 0.6m (2ft) Leaf Colour:Dark Green, Silver Underside, Light:Partial Shade, Soil:Moist, Well Draining, Watering:Regular,Maintain Moisture, Min. Temp:4°C (39°F) Tolerances:Full Sun, Poor Soil, Germination:1-6 Months, 28-32°C ( 82-90°F) This is an Understory palm.

Culture

Sheltered, shady and moist, through to the sub-tropics.

Curiosities

External Links

• Glossary of Palm Terms
• Pronunciation Key
• Click on Arecacaea, for list of photos

References

Special thanks to Geoff Stein, (Palmbob) for his hundreds of photos, edric.

Many Special Thanks to Ed Vaile for his long hours of tireless editing and numerous contributions.