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   Queen palm trunk damage

   December 29, 2019 by Fresnotropics

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   When I moved in and started cleaning the fronds off the trunks of my palms I discovered a massive amount of damage to my queen palm’s trunk as pictured. The palm is otherwise very healthy, it fruits and sends up healthy green fronds consistently. I still, obviously, have concern that one day it will come crashing down. There is probably only 1/3rd of the trunk left and the damage is roughly a foot and a half tall. How concerned should I be? Any stabilizing remedies I could implement? Thanks for reading!

   

   Last reply by aztropic, December 30, 2019

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   Syagrus hoehnei & weddelliana

   February 18, 2023 by realarch

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   Just a few pictures of each, they were looking happy with the recent rainfall. The first two photos are of S. hoehnei which has a more upright leaf habit, and the S. weddelliana showing a weeping look. They both get a fair bit of sun. Tim

   

   Last reply by Eric33, February 21, 2023

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   Prestoniana in the shade

   July 22, 2013 by Pedro 65

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   All Dypsis Prestoniana Ive seen grown in full sun here on PT are very chunky beasts and very appealing, thought Id share a few shots of a bit of a trial, planting Prestoniana in a rainforest situation here ( filtered light/ shade). Im surprised its doing very well and marching up skywards, 3 n half years ago when planted the largest leaf was 600mm, 3 n half yrs later the last new leaf is a good 3.5 mtrs, nothing to go on about I know but just wanted to share that Prestoniana do very well in filtered light/ shade as well as full sun. I would also like to share thats its planted very close to our bungalows which don't have gutters so all the rainwater runs off this side…

   

   Last reply by Pedro 65, July 22, 2013

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   Veitchia lower frond yellowing

   August 26, 2015 by CLINODAVE

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   These are Veitchia (dunno if joannis, montgomeryana, other species or hybrid) growing here at my place in Hakalau, HI. Lower leaves show pronounced yellowing on the outer parts of the affected fronds. My internet research suggests possible manganese, magnesium, or potassium deficiency, but my trees' symptoms don't match up exactly with how those deficiencies are described (no frizzing, etc). These trees grow in acid clay soil in a very wet climate. Anyone have any ideas what the issue might be?

   

   Last reply by CLINODAVE, August 29, 2015
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   My First Palms

   August 18, 2009 by Pirranha

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   These are the first palms ive tried to grow and my success with them has fueled my interest to try some different palms. Ive read these are fast growing palms but the climate here is much less than ideal for them and im in no hurry to have them out grow my house. I take them out in the summer and bring them back in for winter. I think i will be repotting them into individual containers again soon. This is my Christmas tree palms when they were about a year old i think,i did have them in seperate yougurt containers for quite awhile sometime after this picture and then put them back together again in the second picture for last summer. Theyare almost 3yrs old now in …

   

   Last reply by LilikoiLee, August 18, 2009
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   Caryota or Arenga pinniata pollen requested

   May 31, 2009 by edbrown_III

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   Can any one out there spare some Caryot5a pollen or Arenga pinniata pollen? Please contact me privately Best regards Ed

   

   Last reply by edbrown_III, May 31, 2009
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   What sort of palms should I expect at BIAN meeting?

   February 28, 2020 by Justin

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   For once, I am actually in town for the yearly exposition of the Big Island Association of Nurserymen (Nurserypeople?), or BIAN. It's tonight and tomorrow in Hilo. Since I've never been before, what sort of palmy goodness should I expect, and what do I need to know about how to score the best stuff?

   

   Last reply by Kim, March 1, 2020
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   Poted Bismark palm tree adopted and ready to plant in my home.

   March 24, 2022 by Jaimecid

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   Upon showing photos of my 1 year and 5 mos. old Bismark palm tree to my mother, she told me she had, apparently for some years, a Bismark palm tree in a pot. She gave it to me so I can offer it a nice home where to grow as well as finally leaving that pot. The Bismark looked kind off abandoned so I picked it up today and will plant it tomorrow. Hope it will grow happy in its new home ! Here a photo of my new buddy, my new palm tree companion !

   

   Last reply by D Palm, March 29, 2022

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    cracking attalea

    July 19, 2008 by palmhead44

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    calling all palmnuts of the world. what is the proper method for cracking attalea? they seem to have tight fibers inside unlike your average coconut. the fibers in cocos are loose and there is plenty of room to work with. when i buy attalea seeds, they're already processed. last year i collected the seeds too early and all the seeds were immature. this time i waited for them to fall off naturely. i'am assuming there are three seeds inside so that doesn't leave too much room to work with. maybe its the same method that is used for borassus. soaking for a couple of weeks hasn't helped. thanks for any advice, sean

    

    Last reply by palmhead44, July 19, 2008
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    Encephalartos seeds

    August 19, 2018 by Tic91

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    Good Morning everyone! Does anyone know where I can find the seeds of Encephalartos Horridus and Encephalartos Lehmanni? I would need someone who makes shipments to Italy ... I thank you in advance and I await your answers Michael

    

    Last reply by Tic91, August 20, 2018

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    Palms and Their Goldilocks Period

    August 17, 2016 by Really full garden

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    I think this is something I have not seen discussed here.Not all palms continue to grow into their prime. Some peak fairly early on and some get more magnificent with age. I recently noticed my Coccothrinax crinita starting to have a receding hairline. I knew this would happen one day. To me the entire trunk covered in long fibers defines this species. You can see its starting to lose the fiber at ground level rising about a foot I also think Dypsis decaryi lose their charm after they get more than a few feet of trunk. Please share your thoughts and photos of palms in and out of their Goldilocks period.

    

    Last reply by Cindy Adair, August 19, 2016

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    Palmetum Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canary Islands)

    November 5, 2022 by Foxpalms

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    This is the largest collection of palms in Europe and one of the biggest in the world. It is located right next to the ocean.

    

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    Adonidia Merrillii Multi Stem

    September 4, 2021 by Peachs

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    I finally bought one, it is 160cm tall. Survive to? What do you think? Environment with 40% humidity, indoors with temperatures above 21 ° C, good luminosity, never direct sun. Pot with self-watering system, and I spray the leaves daily, when I remember. Quality substrate with perlite, worm humus, coconut fiber.

    

    Last reply by DCA_Palm_Fan, September 7, 2021

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    Another R.Glauca in place

    January 29, 2013 by Mike M

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    Here is the second r.glauca planted. Say goodbye to the queens. They are getting pulled this week and replaced with h.forsteriana or possibly something else?? Open to ideas!! Mike

    

    Last reply by yachtingone, January 29, 2013
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    My Tri Bear

    July 30, 2021 by Cape Garrett

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    Fast grower here. Southwest Florida. Finally removed the 2 large queen palms behind her so you can actually see how beautiful this palm really is. Robust trunk. Red fuzzy, pseudo crownshaft and white to the trunk. Sends out seed pods. I believe they will always be not fertile if that's the term. Lovely palm.

    

    Last reply by Scott W, July 31, 2021

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    Thrinax habitat pics

    February 23, 2019 by Ubuntwo

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    Went to Curry Hammock State Park early last year, here are some pics of Thrinax radiata, seemingly abundant there.

    

    Last reply by Zeeth, February 24, 2019

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    Cyphophoenix alba

    October 19, 2020 by WaianaeCrider

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    Done for the day. Plantaed Cyphophoenix alba which was #5 of the 15. Only ten more holes to dig. LOL That's Beccariophoenix alfredii in the same bed behind C. alba.

    

    Last reply by WaianaeCrider, October 20, 2020

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    Dwarf Areca Catechu Variegated

    March 18, 2021 by Tic91

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    Good Morning everyone! I saw these beautiful photos on the internet! Has anyone ever bought one? Do you know any vendors? Thank you in advance and look forward to your reply! Michael

    

    Last reply by Tic91, March 19, 2021

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    Varigated Washingtonia volunteer.

    April 23, 2020 by Mr.SamuraiSword

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    Today i saw what looks to be a variegated Washingtonia in downtown Phoenix. It has a bit of frond burn as expected but otherwise looked healthy. Is this really variegated and is it worth trying to find someone to save it? It was simply growing by a sidewalk and will probably get the weed whacker or chainsaw in the future.

    

    Last reply by Steve Mac, October 29, 2021

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    Should I plant this macrocalyx

    December 10, 2016 by tacobender

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    Got it as a 4 in. the wind broke a frond off and looks a little rough. Moved it out of the wind. Should I plant in ground now? It is somewhat sheltered there. Is it better to wait until longer days of spring? I am sure it is not root bound in the pot. Latitude 27.5 lows can get in 50s. Would roots grow in December? Some vestiarias were planted a few months ago and seem fine.

    

    Last reply by tacobender, December 21, 2016

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    12/7/19 new episode of NAME.... THAT.... PALM !!!

    December 7, 2019 by NOT A TA

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    I've watched these palms turn gangly and bend severely due to phototropism to the point they're no longer an attractive asset like they were 15 years ago. I blame the poor appearance on the landscape maintenance company that trims everything on the property once a year. They don't let any new shoots grow and don't cut these lousy looking old ones down. They lean away from the building a lot more than it appears in the pics. Anyway, as I'm slowly learning palms that grow here I'd like to know their name. I see other smaller ones that look nice in well maintained landscapes where I'd feel funny about collecting seed and it's seed season now so I went collecting from these…

    

    Last reply by NOT A TA, December 8, 2019

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    Source for Sabal Minor Varieties?

    August 2, 2021 by Dartolution

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    Does anyone know of a good mail order source for 1-5 gallon or so sabal minor varieties? My neighbor has taken an interest in palms, and I MUST support this interest hahaha. We have a few nurseries here but none are labeled what variety and they are sort of "out of season" at the moment. I see mailordernatives has "blue stem dwarf palmettos."

    

    Last reply by Dartolution, August 10, 2021

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    Butia capitata

    June 9, 2009 by edric

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    I took these photos on May 22, so the camera says, anyway, two spears back to back, they may do this all the time, I just never noticed until that post recently, Ed

    

    Last reply by edric, June 10, 2009
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    Bright Shiny Serenoa repens & Gopher Tortoise

    March 3, 2019 by Keith N Tampa (ex SoJax)

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    Hello everyone. I posted these on our Facebook page too (it’s a pain having so many communication options these days...lots of duplication). I wanted to share images of some of the most silver Saw Palmettoes around. These are growing at Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales FL. They are cultivated specimens, but they are perfectly adapted to our dry, sandy ecosystem. The silver form grows fastest in my experience, though they don’t all grow at the same rate. The tortoise is also native (and wild) here. Their native range is pretty close to that of the Saw palmettoes. This one was motoring right along but seemed camera shy since it turned and headed away once I pointed t…

    

    Last reply by metalfan, March 3, 2019

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    ID please

    December 21, 2015 by Richie

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    I have been unable to id this palm , anyone have any ideas ? I'm stumped , Licuala maybe , super long armed petiole . Thanks in advance .

    

    Last reply by Kennybenjamin, December 22, 2015