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Areca vestiaria
Grows bright red new Leaf
Distribution & Habitat:
Arreca vestiaria grows naturally in the volcanic mountains of North Sulawesi.
Culture:
Areca vestiaria prefers damp soil and a pH of 6.5 to 6.8. It likes high humidity, light shade and warmth. However, palms usually survive temperatures as low as 5° C.
Description:
This is a very handsome palm which grows up to 25 metres in its natural habitat but by far not that tall in a garden situation. The leaves, up to 2 meters long, with feather-like fronds give this palm a gracefull appearance. The leaflets are bright green above with a silvery underside. A handsome flower skirt has cream flowers, followed by red fruit.
Climate Zones:
Tropical to sub-tropical, but has been grown in temperate climats if conditions are right.
If you are looking for larger plants please let us know and we will quote you for the plants and freight.
= $12.50
140 mm pot
