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Mountain Palm - Schippia concolor
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Overview & Specifications
Mountain Palm - Schippia concolor
One of the rarer fan palms available in the Australian market, Schippia concolor brings refined tropical character to prestige landscapes without the scale or maintenance demands of larger species. A single, clean trunk and sculptural fan foliage deliver architectural presence suited to the most considered planting schemes.
Why Mountain Palm
Rare Specimen Value: Schippia concolor is seldom seen in the trade, offering genuine point of difference on high-end properties.
Architectural Fan Foliage: Deeply palmate leaves provide strong visual structure in both formal and tropical-influenced design.
Compact, Controlled Form: A slow-growing habit and modest mature height of 3–5m suit spatially refined planting schemes.
Heat and Drought Tolerance: Performs reliably in warm Australian climates with minimal irrigation once established.
Low Maintenance Profile: Requires little intervention after establishment, reducing ongoing landscape management costs.
Ideal Applications
Focal Specimen Planting: Positioned as a singular feature within a curated tropical or contemporary landscape.
Understory Composition: Layers effectively beneath taller canopy palms or trees in multi-tiered planting schemes.
Poolside and Entertaining Precincts: The clean trunk and structured canopy suit resort-style residential projects.
Contained Planting: Suitable for large-format pots in courtyard, terrace, or balcony applications where scale must be managed.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Spring to early summer
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, sandy to loamy soils; tolerates limestone-based soils; avoid waterlogged conditions
Establishment Care: Water regularly during the first 1–2 years to establish a deep root system, reducing frequency once the palm shows consistent new growth. Apply a slow-release palm fertiliser twice yearly and mulch around the base to retain soil moisture.
Plant Details
Height: 8–10m
Width: 3–5m
Growth Rate: Slow
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Belize
Flower Colour: White
Delivery
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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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Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
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