Salacca zalacca

Common names

Salak.

Curiosities

Fruits are eaten fresh and are rich in sugar and vitamins.

Origin

Java, Sumatra.

Habitat

Undergrowth of rainforests.

Morphology

A small, acaulescent, clumping palm with pinnate leaves and very spiny petioles. The inflorescences are usually branched. The spherical or pear-shaped fruits are covered with scales.

Climate

Very warm and moist.

Germination

Growing

Can be grown in full sun if the soil is moist.