Arenga hookeriana
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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. This is an Understory palm. 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.
Comments and Curiosities
External Links
- Glossary of Palm Terms
- Pronunciation Key
- Click on Arecacaea, for list of photos
- http://www.photomazza.com/?Arenga-hookeriana
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.