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Elegant Palm - Cyphophoenix elegans
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Elegant Palm (Cyphophoenix elegans)
A rare rainforest palm with genuine architectural presence. The Elegant Palm delivers a slender, upright silhouette and soft, feathery fronds that read as refined tropical luxury, without the bulk of larger species. At advanced stock sizes, its impact is immediate.
Why Elegant Palm
Refined Tropical Form: Slender trunk and delicate arching fronds create a sophisticated, resort-calibre aesthetic.
Shade Tolerance: One of the few palms that thrives in partial to full shade, opening up sites where most species fail.
Space-Efficient Profile: Upright, compact growth suits constrained courtyards, tight corridors, and high-density projects.
Low Maintenance at Maturity: Established specimens require minimal intervention, preserving the integrity of the finished landscape.
Container Compatible: Performs exceptionally in large-format planters, making it viable for rooftop terraces, lobbies, and enclosed courtyards.
Ideal Applications
Shaded Courtyard Accent: A composed focal point in enclosed or low-light outdoor spaces.
Resort and Hospitality Landscapes: Delivers the lush, considered aesthetic expected in premium hospitality projects.
Poolside Planting: Slender form and humidity tolerance make it well-suited to pool surrounds without overwhelming the space.
Interior and Conservatory Installations: Advanced specimens add immediate height and botanical presence to interior landscapes and atria.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 3–5m
Planting Season: Spring to early summer
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, moist, fertile soil; tolerates sandy or loamy soils but dislikes waterlogging
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first 12 months until established, ensuring the root zone does not dry out completely. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots from temperature extremes.
Plant Details
Height: 8–12m
Width: 2–3m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: New Caledonia
Flower Colour: Cream
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
