Rhapis humilis
Rattan Palm
Description
Rattan Palm is an elegant palm that grows to 18 feet tall, slowly clumping. Large specimens very expensive. It creates a wonderful focal point and can be used as a specimen plant and for indoors. Additional names: Slender Lady Palm
Plant Type
Grass, Palm
Height Range
6-12'
Width Range
6-12'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium, High, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Tropical
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.