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Arenga engleri ~ Dwarf Sugar Palm, Formosa Palm

Arenga engleri is a slow growing palm. The Dwarf Sugar Palm is a good choice for a small garden. These small palms typically grow to about 10 feet. Arenga engleri is hardy to the low 20's. In time pups will form around the base. Arenga engleri is noted for the two tone silver backed leaves and the hairs around the bottom of the fronds.

Arenga engleri, Dwarf Sugar Palm

Foliage of Arenga engleri the Dwarf Sugar Palm.