How to tend a Howea forsteriana
Also known as: Kentia australis Anon., Kentia forsteriana F.Muell., Denea forsteriana (F.Muell.) O.F.Cook, Grisebachia forsteriana (F.Muell.) H.Wendl. & Drude, Kentia forsteriana F.Muell. & H.Wendl.
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Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water
Sunlight
Strong resistance to shade, may take 2-3h moderate sunlight
Soil
Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients
Fertilizer
Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly
Pruning
Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely
About this plant
- Origin
- Australia
- Category
- Palmae, Howea
- Size
- Diameter ⥠15 cm, height ⥠25 cm
- Blooming period
- Flowering period March-May, fruiting period October-December
- Flower colors
- yellow white, fruit color red brown
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