Hydriastele microspadix

Common names

Curiosities

Origin

New Guinea.

Habitat

Rainforest.

Morphology

An attractive clumping palm, with a slender trunk and a crownshaft. Pinnate leaves, with narrow and broad segments unevenly distributed. Inflorescence under the crownshaft. Fruits are small, round, and bright red.

Climate

Tropical moist.

Germination

The small seeds germinate easily, but must be fresh and need some months.

Growing

Grows at full sun and requires consistently moist soil. Tropical in its requirements.