LADY PALM
Rhapis excelsa
An elegant, fine-leaved palm with fan-shaped fronds and a bamboo-like growth habit (multiple trunks). This palm is very popular in gardens, but also for indoor spaces such as living rooms, offices, and entryways.
Application: š³Solitary |š©Low hedge |šŖ“Pot |š”Indoor & outdoor
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Likes part shade to shade
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Slow grower (remains compact for a long time)
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Water regularly
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Height up to 3/4 meter
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Lady Palm |
| Latin name | Rhapis excelsa |
| Origin | Southeast Asia, China |
| Height | up to 2-3 meters |
| Growth habit | Slow growing with multiple thin stems and fan-shaped leaves |
| Location (take into account) | Suitable for indoor areas (including dark places) and shady areas in the garden. |
| Light requirements | Part sun to shade; no full sun required |
| Water requirement | Moderate; keep the soil slightly moist but not soaked (so water every day outdoors) |
| Windproof | Moderate |
| Fertilization | Moderate fertilization; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance; cut off dead leaves for a neat appearance |
| Leaves | Narrow, fan-shaped leaves with a dark green color |
| Fruits | Small, inconspicuous fruits |
| Flowers | Small, cream-colored flowers |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | No |
| Iguana test | Yes |
| Suitable for pot | Yes |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to humans and pets |