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Archontophoenix purpurea

Botanical Name
Archontophoenix purpurea
Common Names
Mount Lewis King Palm, Purple King Palm,
Archontophoenix purpurea, or Purple King Palm, is an elegant Australian native palm with lush arching fronds and a distinctive purple crownshaft. Ideal for tropical and subtropical landscapes, it suits feature planting, avenues, poolside areas and resort-style gardens. Performs best in warm, frost-free conditions with regular moisture.
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Archontophoenix purpurea Mount Lewis King Palm, Purple King Palm,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Palms, Ferns & Tropical, Trees Upright

Description:
Archontophoenix purpurea, or Purple King Palm, is an elegant Australian native palm with lush arching fronds and a distinctive purple crownshaft. Ideal for tropical and subtropical landscapes, it suits feature planting, avenues, poolside areas and resort-style gardens. Performs best in warm, frost-free conditions with regular moisture.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m 2-4m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Well Drained