Johannesteijsmannia altifrons
Common Names: Joey Palm Diamond Joey Family: Arecaceae Origin: This palm is native to Southeast Asia. Appearance: This evergreen has no trunk. Striking diamond shaped fronds emerge right from the ground. The leaves are large and can get up to 10ft long. Flowers/Fruits: It produces creamy flowers that are followed by fruits. Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate. Joey Palm Tree can grow up to 10 – 20 ft tall and 10 -15 ft wide. Good quality fertilizer can accelerate the growth. Outdoor/Indoor Use: Both. Cold Tolerance: Joey Palm Tree can tolerate cold temperatures down to 25F. The root system is very sensitive to the cold and should be protected if temperatures drop below freezing. Light Req: Shade to partial shade. Water Req: Moderate. It loves high humidity. It is very easy to overwater it so make sure to provide good drainage. Maintenance : Easy. To prevent nutritional deficiency,...