Tropical palm trees: types, advantages and cultivation

Tropical palm trees bring the atmosphere of paradise into our everyday lives, creating a feeling of privacy, comfort and exoticism right in your home.

Whether you live in a tropical region or in the north, you can grow tropical palms in your garden or home. Note that palmboom kopen can be grown in a large pot.

Main types

Tropical palm comes in the following types:

  • coconut;
  • philindoropsis;
  • Danish ivy;
  • tropical palmetto, etc.

The coconut palm is an iconic species, known for its “hairy” fruit and its use as a source of coconut milk and oil. Philindoropsis is a more popular ornamental species that has beautiful large leaves and can grow both indoors and outdoors. Danish ivy is an elegant plant with graceful feathery leaves and a compact form. Tropical palmetto is a beautiful species with rounded, light green leaves. This plant is ideal for creating a tropical atmosphere indoors.

Main advantages

Tropical palm trees add special charm and beauty to your garden or interior. Creating a tropical atmosphere reminiscent of travel and relaxation. Many types of palm trees are excellent air filters that can remove harmful substances from the air and improve indoor air quality. Tropical palms love loose, well-drained soils with good moisture. They prefer bright but diffuse light, making them ideal for growing in partial shade or shade. Moderate watering is the key to successful palm growing. They do not tolerate waterlogging, but they should not dry out. Regular feeding of palm fertilizers helps maintain healthy growth and development of the plant.