Archontophoenix requires high humidity and well-draining soil to thrive. Special care should be taken to protect it from frost and cold temperatures, as it is sensitive to cold damage. Regular feeding during the growing season is also crucial for maintaining its growth and health.
Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun
| Care Difficulty | Hard |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Watering Schedule | Every 1-2 weeks |
| Sunlight Requirements | Partial sun |
| Soil Type | Potting Mix, Garden Soil |
| Soil pH | 5.5-6.5 |
| Hardiness Zones |
9-11
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The king palm (Archontophoenix cunninghamiana) is native to tropical regions of Australia. Its lifespan is from 50 to 150 years. The small red fruit attracts a wide variety of birds. In countries where it has been introduced as an ornamental, it can become invasive.
The alexandra Palm grows in rainforests and has the ability to withstand heavy rain, making it a dominant species in these habitats. It's often used as an ornamental plant for its feather-like dark green foliage. It's found in parts of Australia, as well as in the U.S. states of Florida and Hawaii.
Archontophoenix tuckeri is characterized by its tall, slender trunk and a crown of arched, glossy green fronds that evoke a graceful silhouette. Thriving in humid, tropical climates, the plant typically displays a striking ringed pattern on its trunk, remnants of shed fronds. Its slender form and luxurious, feather-like fronds make archontophoenix tuckeri a popular ornamental tree, often associated with the lush beauty of rainforest canopies.
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