Areca triandra
ARECACEAE
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Andaman Is.
Description
Physical Characteristics, Height:Up to 5 m (16 ft) Spread:Up to 2.7 m (9 ft) Growth Habit:Clumping, Growth Rate: Fast, Trunk Type:Green Crownshaft, Green Prominently Ringed, Trunk Diameter:Up to 50 mm (2") Leaf Type:Pinnate, Leaf Size: Up to 2 m (6 ft) Leaf Color:Dark Green, Petiole:Unarmed, Self Cleaning:Yes, Inflorescence Color:Yellow, Reproduction:Monoecious, Fruit Description:Up to 25 mm (1") Ovoid, Fruit Color:Orange/Red.
Culture & Care
Cultural Requirements, Light:Partial Shade, Heavy Shade Soil:Consistently Moist, Well Draining, Maintain Moisture, Min. Temp:-1°C (30°F) Tolerances:High Humidity, Low Light. Clumping Species, Germination:1-3 Months,30-35°C (86-95°F)
This palm does well when potted as far north as Jacksonville, Florida and can be moved safely into a greenhouse during the winter months.
This palm does well when potted as far north as Jacksonville, Florida and can be moved safely into a greenhouse during the winter months.
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