False Areca
A comprehensive introduction to the knowledge of false areca (Alexander palm), the maintenance methods of false areca (Alexander palm). The following editor will provide you with detailed answers.
Alexander palm is a tall, evergreen, long-lived tree of the palm family. The potted plant can reach 4 meters in height. The stem is column-shaped, purplish-gray, and shows ladder-like rings after the leaf sheath falls off. The base is often swollen, the leaves are tufted, the top of the stem arches and droops, and the leaves are pinnately lobed. The plant has a neat and beautiful shape and very high ornamental value.
Origin and Habits
The Alexander palm is native to Australia. It prefers a warm and humid environment. It likes light but should be shaded by about 50% in the north during summer. The overwintering temperature should be maintained above 10 degrees Celsius, otherwise, it will freeze and die if it is below 5 degrees for a long time.
Cultivation and Management
Mostly cultivated in greenhouses. The soil is mixed with garden soil and a small amount of river sand and vermiculite to make the growing medium. The pot and soil should be changed every spring. During the growing season, liquid fertilizer should be applied once every two weeks, and the potting soil and surrounding environment should be kept moist. In summer, about 50% shading is required. The false areca is a positive tree species, and the indoor placement time should not exceed 3 weeks. It should be frequently changed to avoid yellowing and reduce ornamental value. The night temperature in winter should be maintained above 10 degrees Celsius. The false areca prefers acidic soil, and during the growing season, it should be watered with a 0.2% ferrous sulfate solution to keep the leaves green.
The Alexander palm is propagated by seeding, with sowing taking place every April, and seedlings emerge in about 2 months.
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