Arenga australasica

Habitat: Lowland tropical rainforest along coastal North Queensland, and the eastern coast of Arnhem Land.  



Description:  A tall slender self-clumping palm reaching heights over 30 feet.  The clumps are usually small and have a few dominant trunks.  The trunks will die off after they flower, making room for another trunk to take its place.  The leaves are pinnate, with a green top, and whitish bottom.  



Environment:   The australasica enjoys a shady and moist area as both a young seedling, and as an adult.  They can take full sun for a couple of hours a day as an adult.  They are also vulnerable to the cold and should be planted in a protected area.  Zones 10-11.

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