| A genus of thin, solitary or clumping palms with many species coming from New Guinea
and the Philippines. There are about thirty-two species in this genus. These feather-leaved palms can usually be seen in
tropical rainforests and the lack of a crownshaft is a significant feature. |
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1. H. elata (Sagisi Palm)
Height: up to 40 feet
Size of Crown: 10-15 feet |
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Cultural requirements and other comments: This tall, solitary
palm from the Philippines has a slender, graceful appearance. It does not have a true crownshaft, and the pinnate leaves are
large with the new emerging leaves having a mauve or bronze color. This palm could be used for a canopy or in groups. The
elegant H. elata grows best with rich, organic matter and tolerates full sun from an early age. |
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2. H. intermedia
Height: 20 feet
Size of Crown: 6 to 8 feet |
| Cultural requirements and other comments:
A mid-sized solitary pinnate palm with red new leaves
and long leathery leaflets. It requires warm, sheltered
and moist conditions to thrive. |
