Nursery Direct
Hurricane Palm - Dictyosperma album
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
Looking for a larger size?
sizes shown are confirmed available stock. If you require larger specimen, project quantities or specific sizes not listed, our sourcing team can locate additional stock through our national supplier network.
Request A Sourcing EnquiryProduct Details
Overview & Specifications
Hurricane Palm - Dictyosperma album
One of the few palms engineered by nature to perform in the harshest coastal conditions, the Hurricane Palm delivers refined tropical character without compromise. A sleek, self-cleaning trunk and arching canopy of feathery fronds, immediate presence, minimal maintenance.
Why Hurricane Palm
Exceptional Wind Tolerance: Engineered to withstand cyclonic conditions, making it the definitive choice for exposed coastal and tropical sites.
Self-Cleaning Trunk: Leaf bases shed cleanly, producing a smooth, architectural stem that requires no maintenance intervention.
Refined Canopy: Graceful, arching fronds reach a mature height of up to 10m, delivering scale and elegance in equal measure.
Coastal Resilience: Tolerates salt-laden air, high humidity, and sandy soils without performance compromise.
Specimen or Grove Planting: Equally commanding as a singular focal point or deployed in structured multi-stem compositions.
Ideal Applications
Coastal Residential Properties: Performs where other palms struggle, tolerating salt air and wind exposure at the front line.
Resort and Hospitality Landscapes: Anchors pool surrounds, courtyards, and entertainment precincts with assured tropical sophistication.
Avenue and Entry Plantings: Installed in formal lines to establish a dramatic, high-impact arrival sequence.
Architectural Feature Planting: The clean trunk and structured canopy complement contemporary and resort-style builds with precision.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Spring to early summer
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates sandy and loamy soils; moderate moisture retention preferred
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly during the first 12 months to establish a strong root system, particularly during dry periods. Apply a layer of mulch around the base and feed with a slow-release palm fertiliser to encourage healthy establishment.
Plant Details
Height: 10–15m
Width: 3–5m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Mascarene Islands (Mauritius, Réunion, Rodrigues)
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.
Request Installation QuoteWhy Nursery Direct
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
