Phoenix roebelenii
Pygmy Date Palm
Description
A relatively small and attractive palm the Pygmy Date Palm only really begins to show itself off once it forms a trunk. With age they develop into truly beautiful dwarf versions of the giant date palm.
Origin
Laos
Form and size
Solitary palm to 3m.
Preferred habitat
Outdoors in semi-shaded position. Grows well in most coastal and temperate areas of the North Island.
Growth rate
SlowRate
Outdoors
Yes
Indoors
Yes
Wind
Good tolerance
Sea winds
Some tolerance
Sun
Very good tolerance
Dryness
Good tolerance
Frost
To -3°C
As an indoor plant
A popular indoor palm in cooler climates. Eventually (30+ years!) will develop an attractive, thin trunk. Air purifying species.
Additional Comments
Larger grades available soon
Sizes and Prices
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