Rhopalostylis sapida, commonly known as nīkau, is a palm tree endemic to New Zealand, and the only palm native to mainland New Zealand.

Although a number of palms have been introduced to New Zealand and are planted around our towns and gardens, the nīkau palm is our only native palm species. A nīkau palm usually …

Jun 19, 2013 · As a result of glaciation and cooling, these species have been removed from the landscape, with only one remaining representative of the palm family – the Nīkau. It holds the …

Mar 7, 2017 · The Nikau palm shows considerable variation in the wild. Plants from the South Island and the offshore islands of the North Island have larger, more gracefully arching fronds …

Although nikau occur naturally from North Cape to about the latitude of Akaroa, nowhere are they a more striking part of the landscape than on the South Island West Coast. Standing tall like …

New Zealand's only palm tree and the southernmost palm in the world. Slow growing and found in coastal or low-lying, warm areas. Pink-pale purple flowers grow together on stalks. Bright red, …

Palm to 15m tall with a ringed trunk and 3 m long erect leaves inhabiting lowland forest south to Okarito and Banks Peninsula and the Chatham Islands. Leaves with multiple narrow leaflets to …

Nikau palms, scientifically known as Rhopalostylis sapida, are a magnificent testament to New Zealand’s botanical heritage. As the southernmost palm in the world, the Nikau is the only …

Mar 4, 2024 · Nīkau Palm, also known as Rhopalostylis sapida, is a palm tree species native to New Zealand. It is the only palm species naturally occurring in the country. Nīkau palms can …

Nikau Palms are beautiful, NZ native palm trees that are favoured for their elegant foliage, great aesthetics, and versatility. The Plant Company has prepared a number of quick read guides to …