Augusta palm, dwarf palm | Gardening On

If you want a small palm tree for a garden not too wide then the August palm it may be the best choice.

It is a species with the typical size of classic palm trees, only in a small version. Its scientific name is Ravenea rivularis although it is also known as Palma majesty. It belongs to the family of arecaceae and it is native to Madagascar.

Features

This palm tree can reach a height of between 5 and 10 meters and has a greyish trunk between 35 and 50 cm in diameter, which can be seen more swollen in the central area.

Its leaves are elongated and generous, slightly arched and with petioles up to 20 cm long, smooth and with whitish scales. Its fruits are red in color and are about 1 cm in diameter.

Why have it at home? Well, because it is pretty and small, two very practical reasons when choosing the species. La Palma augusta can be on the ground or in large pots, both indoors and outdoors so it is adaptable and decorative.

What does La Palma augusta need

The august palma It is a plant with a good disposition as it can grow both in a sunny place and in semi-shady conditions.. If it is indoors, it will have to be located next to a window so that it receives natural light since it cannot do without it.

He likes moist soils rich in organic matter but it is not demanding in terms of the weather, enduring down to -5 degrees Celsius. Although it needs regular watering, in summer it is best to increase it so that it does not suffer from dehydration.