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From Kermadec Island group this Nikau grows faster than other Nikau. It has a more open, spreading umbrella shape with broader fronds, each leaflet slightly spaced apart. After some years a trunk forms which is scarred with rings from old fallen leaves. Prefers a shady position when young but will tolerate full sun, wind and coastal conditions. Prefers a cool root run. An excellent garden specimen or potted plant. Slow growing. |
| Height x Width | 10 |
| Height Range | Medium 5-10m |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Plant Type | Palm |
| Shape | Palm |
| Country of Origin | New Zealand |
| Similar to Consider | Sapida, Pittii |
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| Leaf Colour | Dark Green |
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| Flower Colour | White, very small |
| Fragrant? | No |
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| Specimen | Yes |
| Bird Feeding | Yes |
| Small Garden | Yes |
| Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. | |
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- Description
Nikau from the Southern Chatham Islands. They differ from the mainland species with longer fronds, wider leaflets, a silvery hue to them stems and larger fruit. Will tolerate full sun, high wind, cold and coastal conditions. Generally, a much tidier variety. Slow growing, takes many years to form a trunk. Height x Width 10 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Slow Plant Type Palm Shape Palm Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Sapida, Cheesemanii - Leaf
Leaf Colour Dark Green - Flower
Flower Colour White, very small Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Small Garden Yes Bird Feeding Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
