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:
Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.
Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.