Overview

Rhopalostylis baueri is a columnar upright palms in the genus Rhopalostylis, part of the Arecaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Rhopalostylis baueri grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens and patio and container plants.

About

Rhopalostylis baueri, commonly known as the Kermadec nikau palm or Norfolk palm, is a columnar upright palm from the Arecaceae family. It is an evergreen plant suited to partial shade and prefers a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This palm thrives in moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels, including acid, alkaline, and neutral. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is ideal for architectural features in city and courtyard gardens, as well as patio and container planting. It flowers in spring and summer and is propagated by seed.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Rhopalostylis

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H2

Plant details

Rhopalostylis baueri size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Palms

Habit

Columnar upright

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Rhopalostylis baueri

Propagation

Seed

Pest resistance

Scale insects, Mealy bugs, Glasshouse red spider mite

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions