Common Names:
Pinang Palm
Distribution & Habitat:
Naturally found throughout the open forest of the Philippines.
Description:
The tallest species in the Pinanga family, this solitary palm can grow to heights over 30 feet (10 metres) tall.
The trunk is a glossy dark green with light brown leaf scares, leading up to the bright purple crownshaft.
The purple crown and the green trunk give this palm a nice color contrast.
The crown consists of 6-10 long evenly arranged green pinnate leaves.
The seeds turn bright red once ripe, adding even more color to this palm.
Cultivation:
This palm enjoys a sunny, moist area where it can get a good helping of full sun during the day.
It is a water lover, and should be watered regularly to insure it will not dry out.
This palm is cold sensitive and should be kept in Zones 10-11 (Tropical/warm sub-tropical).
Any temperatures under the mid 30s F (3°C) will cause serious damage.
Seedlings prefer a moist shady area where they will get watered every day.
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Figure 1. P. insignis
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Figure 2. P. insignis
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| Contributed by:
| Mike Brett, MB Palms, (Text & Figure 1&2)
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