This Ornamental Evergreen Palm is a Monocot tree endemic to New Zealand, it can grow to an impressive height of up to 20 meters tall.
Named tī kōuka by the Mouri, this palm is widely used as a source of food, fiber for textiles, footwear and many other uses. Not only is this plant widely used by the mouri, it has also been used in island restoration projects such as for theTiritiri Matangi Island, it is a very suitable addition to any garden in need of a tall point of focus, with its wide foliage this plant provides the perfect tropical impression to any outdoor or indoor space.
Growth: Up to 20 meters tall - 1.5-2 Meters width
Type: Evergreen
Light Requirements: Full Sun & Full Shade Hardy
Pests: Mites, Mealybugs
Cold Hardy: Covering during winter Recommended
Reproduction: Cutting or Seed
Pruning: All Year Round
Placement: Outdoor or Indoor
PH: 6.6 - 8.0
First Flowering: 3-10 years Origins: the north 15 million years ago in the warm Miocene era
Family: Asparagaceae
Sub Family: Lomandroideae
Other Names: Cabbage Tree/ Cabbage Palm
- Miriam's Garden 08/07/2022
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