Hyophorbe is a genus of five known species of flowering plants in the family Arecaceae, native to the Mascarene Islands in the Indian Ocean. All five species can attain heights of over 6 meters, and two of the species develop swollen trunks that have made them popular as ornamentals, but all of them are endangered in the wild.

Pignut palm (Hyophorbe) is a tall indoor specimen thriving in full sun, flowering in spring and summer, perfect for UK gardeners seeking exotic plants.

Hyophorbe

Hyophorbe lagenicaulis, commonly known as the bottle palm, is an upright evergreen palm from the genus Hyophorbe in the Arecaceae family. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers well-drained, neutral loam soil. This cultivar is best grown as an indoor specimen in the UK due to its H1a hardiness rating. It is particularly attractive during spring and summer. Cultivation involves planting in well-drained soil and watering during establishment, with propagation possible by seed or division.

Bottle palm (Hyophorbe lagenicaulis) is a hardy indoor specimen thriving in full sun, adding interest in spring and summer.