Rhapis humilis

Common names

Slender Lady Palm.

Curiosities

Origin

China.

Habitat

Undergrowth of rainforests.

Morphology

A clumping palm, the slender trunks covered with dark, closely clasping fibres. Palmate leaves, divided in numerous, narrow, sharp-pointed segments. Only male flowers present, growing between the base of leaves on the top part of the palm. Fruit unknown.

Climate

Tropical, subtropical. This palm has tolerated temperatures down to –6.1ºC (21ºF, USDA Zone 9a).

Germination

This species must be vegetatively propagated by suckers.

Growing

Can be grown in shade to full sun, although prefers a fresh shade.