Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Arecaceae

Genus:

Pritchardia

Species:

Pritchardia viscosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to specific Hawaiian environments