Overview
Phoenix loureiroi is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Phoenix, part of the Arecaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Phoenix loureiroi grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1B. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
Phoenix loureiroi (commonly known as the mountain date palm, vuyavuy palm, or voyavoy palm,) is a species of flowering plant in the palm family, indigenous to southern Asia, from the Philippines, Taiwan, India, southern Bhutan, Burma, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Pakistan, and China. It occurs in deciduous and evergreen forests and in clear terrain from sea level to 1,500 m (4,900 ft) altitude. Phoenix loureiroi is named after João de Loureiro; it was originally written by Kunth as "loureirii", but this is an error to be corrected to loureiroi under the provisions of the ICBN. Grow it in full sun and partial shade and most soil types. In UK gardens it needs subtropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1b). It works well for patio and container plants. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and east-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Phoenix
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1B
Plant details
Phoenix loureiroi size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Palms
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Phoenix loureiroi
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed sown at 19 to 24°C in spring
- Pest resistance
- scale insect and glasshouse red spider mite may be a problem under glass
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Phoenix loureiroi?
Phoenix loureiroi prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Phoenix loureiroi need?
Phoenix loureiroi is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Phoenix loureiroi hardy in the UK?
Phoenix loureiroi has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Phoenix loureiroi?
Propagate by seed sown at 19 to 24°C in spring.
