| Climate Zone | 10a |
| Min Temp | 30 to 35 F / -1 to 2 C |
| Leaf Type | Pinnate |
| Height | 50 Ft / 15.2 M |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Conservation Status |
Not Evaluated
|
Veitchia arecina
Montgomery Palm
Sizes
- 4 inch
- 1 gallon
About Veitchia arecina
This species is a very attractive, tall, solitary palm with a slender grey trunk. It has a slender crownshaft that is white with green and gray markings. Its long, arching leaves have long green slightly drooping leaflets with serrated tips. The inflorescence is stiffly arching and branched. Flowers start green and turn to white and have both male and female flowers on the same inflorescence. The round fruit turns red as it ripens. Due to its appearance, growth rate and ease of maintenance, it is very popular in cultivation in tropical climates.
Cultivation Tips
Plant in a sunny, well drained position. It is very fast growing. This is one of the easier species of this genus to grow, and is very hardy in tropical environments and can tolerate mild frosts. Water regularly, but do not overwater. It requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings. Feed regularly during the growing season with a high quality palm fertilizer.
