Hydriastele calcicola: A comprehensive Growing Guide for Enthusiasts & Collectors.
Hydriastele calcicola
Limestone Palm - Papua New Guinea's Karst Specialist
🌟 RARE - Limestone Dweller - Conservation Important
8-15m
Height Range
12-15
Years to Maturity
9b-11
USDA Zones
pH 7.5-8.5
Alkaline Required
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1. Introduction
Habitat and Distribution
Hydriastele calcicola is endemic to the limestone karst formations of New Britain Island in Papua New Guinea, particularly concentrated in the Nakanai Mountains and Whiteman Range.
Native Continent
Papua New Guinea - specifically endemic to New Britain Island limestone karst regions.
Scientific Classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Order: Arecales
Family: Arecaceae
Genus: Hydriastele
Species: H. calcicola
Common Names
- English: Limestone Palm
- English: New Britain Karst Palm
- English: Cave Entrance Palm