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   Pinanga chaiana

   June 13, 2007 by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck

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   This is The 6th time this palm has flowered for me. Pinanga's are another great Genus heaps of very nice ones. Regards Mikey.

   

   Last reply by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck, June 13, 2007

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   Calyptrocalyx the next day....

   June 13, 2007 by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck

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   Just about..........

   

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   Calyptrocalyx .......2dys later

   June 13, 2007 by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck

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   Then ...............

   

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   Calyptrocalyx  "Timenum"

   June 13, 2007 by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck

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   Wish I could put knew how to post more than one picture at a time. Anyway the next few shots are just 2 days B4 The new leaf actually opening, over five days the last post(pic) is cool. Cheers Mikey

   

   Last reply by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck, June 13, 2007

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   Don Hodel Talk at Lotusland in Santa Barbara

   June 13, 2007 by daxin

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   I saw this following notice from the Cycad mailing list. It seems that no one has posted this here yet. I hope some of our Southern CA contributors can go and give us a nice report with photos next week. Thanks! --------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Cycad Day Alternative...Palms! Posted by: "Jeff Chemnick" jeffchemnick@cox.net jeffchemnick Mon Jun 11, 2007 1:50 pm (PST) Hello Group, Dry your crying eyes! Though Cycad Day at the Huntington has just sold out, here is an equally entertaining opportunity for a botanically-fascintating Saturday, June 16...at Lotusland in Santa Barbara! Don Hodel, noted palm authority, will b…

   

   Last reply by tropicalb, June 13, 2007
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   Dypsis Robustor

   December 6, 2006 by STEVE IN SO CAL

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   Claytons post got me phsyched (not that I could grow one)...cool red color. Anyone got any bigguns...Bo?

   

   Last reply by BS Man about Palms, June 13, 2007

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   Good Deal

   June 9, 2007 by Surf Guy

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   I bought this guy today at Home Depot. I was just passing through and got lucky I think. The "Home Depot Expert" told me it was a T. fortunei or no maybe it's a Bismarkia? Well, I beg to differ. I think I know what it is but I'll take some guesses. I paid $55.00 for this beauty. Mike http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/Sur...ms/DSC00957.jpg http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/Sur...ms/DSC00956.jpg http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j285/Sur...ms/DSC00958.jpg

   

   Last reply by Tad, June 13, 2007
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   Dypsis seedlings

   June 12, 2007 by Utopia Palms

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   Here are some great looking understory dypsis the one at the top left is dypsis boiviniana this species has a very thick leaf and is easily recognized as a seedling. The one beside this is a Dypsis species that came in with seed of D.louvelii it looks just like a chamaedorea seedling. Bottom left is Dypsis forficifolia there are at least 4 species that can look identical at this stage, all are fantastic looking dypsis so look out for anything that looks like these. The last one is dypsis louvelii as a seedling this can also have a few other species that look very similar at this stage as well, one is D.mocquerysiana both of these species stay under the 1m tall mark an…

   

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    Dypsis sp. pink crownshaft

    June 11, 2007 by Walter John

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    Well it was a kookaburra morning and this red leaf looked grand. The Dypsis pinkie Here's a Veitchia joannis fruit for good measure.

    

    Last reply by Ntheastpalms, June 13, 2007
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    Calyptrocalyx .......

    June 12, 2007 by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck

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    Last of that ,I'll be taking pic's as they ripen Regards Mikey P.S. Viewing this beauty from above really makes the Mottling stand out .( Need to find that pic )Cheers M.E.

    

    Last reply by Utopia Palms, June 13, 2007

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    Clinostigma rising up ?

    June 11, 2007 by Walter John

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    I was wondering whether my Clinostigma savaiense needs soil placed against it's base. Roots are exposed through either wash away or are stilting on purpose. Can anybody advise ? closer

    

    Last reply by Gileno Machado, June 13, 2007
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    Scott's Palms, etc.

    June 9, 2007 by Coloradoboi

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    Hi all. The weather today was beautiful, so I decided to take some photos around the property. Trachycarpus Fortunei Here are several photos of my Trachy. The winter freezes have taken their toll on the poor guy, but he is pushing a new spear. The Trachy is planted on the southwest side of the house, and is kept alive in the winter with rope lights, canvas tents etc. Even though he looks rather unhealty, I believe he will thrive. Other Property Photos I picked up this little guy at lowes for $1.49. Can anyone ID Him? This is where I will be spending any of my freetime, lol. Thanks For reading!!

    

    Last reply by elHoagie, June 12, 2007
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    Phoenix Palms

    June 10, 2007 by Coloradoboi

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    Kris should love this. Phoenix palms... growing in phoenix arizona. Great Trunks

    

    Last reply by Exotic Life, June 12, 2007
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    Chip anyone

    June 10, 2007 by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck

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    This is another beautiful Palmlet, Plant is from Claytons collection. Mikey

    

    Last reply by Kamipalms, June 12, 2007

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    Calyptrocalyx .......

    June 12, 2007 by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck

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    One more to go.Mikey

    

    Last reply by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck, June 12, 2007

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    Garden's in Manhattan

    September 11, 2006 by Ashton

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    I'll be in NYC for the week. Are their any gardens with decent palm collections (indoor I would assume)? It's a shame that I can't escape the addiction, even for just a week. Ashton

    

    Last reply by palmtreesforpleasure, June 12, 2007
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    New Project

    June 2, 2007 by RadPalms

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    I started a new house last week (poured 115yds of concrete for foundation) and I if you look at the rendering it includes some palm trees. So what type would you use. The project is in Los Alamitos Ca. about 4-5 miles inland from Seal Beach. Curt Sorry but the system seems to be not working right now for upload...will up load pic ASP

    

    Last reply by Kris, June 12, 2007
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    Your Favorite SoCal Palm Nurseries

    May 22, 2007 by Dan OKeeffe

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    Hello, I am planning on heading to SoCal for a palm buying trip this summer. There are so many nursery choices. What are your favorite ones, ones I should visit? Thanks Dan

    

    Last reply by Johnny, June 12, 2007
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    Palm Shipment From CA to TX

    June 12, 2007 by mjff

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    Within the next week or two I will be bringing in a shipment of palms from the Fallbrook, CA area into San Angelo, TX. I should have room on the truck if anybody is looking for something special that can be obtained from S. CA and is willing to pick it up in San Angelo, TX. PM me with your requests and I will see what my contacts out there can come up with for you. Species name and size of plant you desire would be most helpful.

    

    Last reply by mjff, June 12, 2007
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    Butia eriospatha

    June 10, 2007 by NCpalmqueen

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    What's the scoop on this butia? Can anyone out there tell me if the one I have is the real thing? *OOOPS...hold that thought...have to get a photo first!* (I'll add the photo later) How large does it get? Is it similar to capitata? Cold tolerance? Growing conditions? Anyone have photos to share? Many thanks.

    

    Last reply by NCpalmqueen, June 12, 2007
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    Chambeyronia macrocarpa watermelon form frond

    June 10, 2007 by junglegalfla

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    The recent rains have really made everything happy. I awoke to find my Chambeyronia macrocarpa watermelon form had rewarded me with a beautiful new frond First one for me w/ this palm. Love it!

    

    Last reply by Gileno Machado, June 11, 2007
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    Building a Wooden Container

    June 9, 2007 by TikiRick

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    After spending a lot of cash on fancy glazed pots and then they either blow over or crack, I decided to try my attempt at building a nice 4' x 4' x 4' wooden container for a large Carpenteria acuminata. After about $50.00, dressing it up with some tropical accessories, and 3 hours of labor...here it is.

    

    Last reply by BobbyinNY, June 11, 2007
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    Pinanga Culture

    June 11, 2007 by JimR

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    I would appreciate any info. on Pinangas that might thrive or, at least, survive in coastal South Texas. I had thought of coronate and javana, although I would love to try a negroensis. Any thoughts? Jim

    

    Last reply by JimR, June 11, 2007
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    Pushing Up Mushy Spear

    April 9, 2007 by JimR

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    My bottle palm took some damage last month from some cold winds (temps. got down to about 35F). It is now pushing up a new spear. About 6 in. is showing, but the spear tip (all that is showing) is grey/white and soft to the touch. It seems to still be being pushed up, though. The spear tip feels a little loose, but I do not want to pull too hard on it. Any thought/suggestions.

    

    Last reply by JimR, June 11, 2007
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    A view from above

    June 11, 2007 by Jeff in St Pete

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    Last week as I was flying from Quepos to San Jose I got a few arial shots of the palm plantations surrounding Quepos. Quepos was a banana town at one time but when the banana blight hit, they replanted with African Oil Palms which has grown into a big industry in this area of Costa Rica. From the air, they look like tiny starbursts. One last shot of just a portion of the plantations.

    

    Last reply by Jeff in St Pete, June 11, 2007