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Hyophorbe lagenicaulis Bottle Palm
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Description
The Bottle Palm is a striking tropical feature palm, instantly recognisable by its unique swollen, bottle-shaped trunk. Native to the Mascarene Islands, this slow-growing palm brings a sculptural, architectural element to gardens and landscapes. Its compact size and distinctive form make it ideal for feature planting in courtyards, poolside settings, and tropical garden designs across South East Queensland.
Flowers
Produces small, cream-coloured flowers on branching inflorescences that emerge from beneath the crownshaft. While not the main feature, they add seasonal interest and can be followed by small ornamental fruits.
Foliage
Features a neat crown of arching, feather-like (pinnate) fronds in a rich green tone. The foliage is clean and symmetrical, enhancing its tidy, ornamental appearance.
Fruit
Small, oval fruits develop after flowering, transitioning from green to black as they mature. These are generally not a major ornamental feature.
Form and Size
A slow-growing, single-trunk palm with a distinctive swollen base tapering towards the crown. Typically grows to approximately 3–5m high and 2–3m wide over time, making it well suited to smaller spaces and feature planting.
Growing Conditions
Thrives in full sun to part shade in warm, frost-free environments. Prefers well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering during establishment. Well suited to coastal conditions and performs strongly in South East Queensland climates.
Uses
Perfect as a feature palm in tropical and resort-style gardens. Ideal for poolside planting, courtyard gardens, and large decorative pots. Its compact size also makes it suitable for smaller residential landscapes.
Maintenance
Low maintenance once established. Remove old fronds as needed to maintain a clean appearance. Apply a slow-release palm fertiliser during the growing season for optimal health and growth.
Notes
Highly valued for its unique trunk shape and compact habit. Best suited to frost-free areas, as it is sensitive to cold temperatures when young. Excellent choice for adding a premium, architectural look to landscape designs.
Companion Plants
Pairs beautifully with tropical favourites such as heliconias, cordylines, hibiscus, and crotons. Also complements low-growing groundcovers and decorative pots for layered tropical styling.
Common Name: Bottle Palm
Botanical Name: Hyophorbe lagenicaulis
Family: Arecaceae
Origin: Mascarene Islands
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Where are our plants Grown and how do we grow them
- Plants are grown locally on the Sunshine Coast
- All outdoor plants are sun hardened and ready to grow
- Indoor plants are grown under 50% Shade and will transfer perfectly to indoor use
- Orchids are also grown under 50% Shade and are best brought indoors during flowering for show then returned back into a shaded area until the following flowering time
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How to Look after your plants like we do
- When using any Garden Care products or Fertilisers we always recommend reading the label before use
- We recommend using Earthlife crushed rock mineral on all plants when planting in the ground or in Pots.
- When planting in Pots in Our garden centre we use Rocky Point potting mixes to plant all our plants
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49 Caloundra Road
49 Caloundra Road
Caloundra West QLD 4551
Australia
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