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Rhapis humilis

Rattan Palm

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Jacob/Sortomme

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.