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Bio Facts: Lady Palm

Lady Palm
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Common Name:

Lady Palm

Scientific Name:

Rhaphis excelsa

Origin:

Asia (SE China)

USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:

8-11

Light Requirements:

Prefers shade will take some sun

Soil Requirements:

Regular to low water.  Grows best with moderate water.

Notes:

  • Evergreen to perennial in colder climates depending on temperature.
  • Slow growing, clumping palm reaching 8’-12’ tall.
  • Good for indoor use, though susceptible to mealy bugs or scale.
  • Thin multiple trunks are wrapped in mats of brown fiber.