Trachycarpus latisectus
Also known as: Information to be completed
A slow-growing palm to 8m, forming a smooth, slender, grey trunk crowned with large, circular leaves which are divided into numerous segments. Just hardy in a favourable microclimate
Scientific classification
- Species
- Trachycarpus latisectus (Trachycarpus latisectus)
- Genus
- Trachycarpus
- Family
- Arecaceae
- Information to be completed
- Toxicity
- Palms
- Plant type
- 4-8 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
- Information to be completed
- Ideal temperature
Trachycarpus latisectus pictures
Distribution of Trachycarpus latisectus
Distribution map
Darjiling
Information to be completed
Culture
Information to be completed
Toxicity
Information to be completed
Quick identification of Trachycarpus latisectus
Information to be completed
Trachycarpus latisectus care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
- Information to be completed
- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed
Growing
GrowingUnder glass, grow in loam-based potting compost in full light with shade from hot sun. Water freely in growth and apply a balanced liquid feed monthly; water sparingly in winter. Outdoors grow in well-drained, fertile soil in full sun or dappled shade with protection from cold, drying winds. Provide winter protection in the first few years. See palm cultivation outdoors
People also ask
Information to be completed
Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insects and glasshouse red spider mite
Explore the plant health library →
