5 Seeds Cyrtostachys renda Lipstick Palm Tropical Ornamental Palm
Cyrtostachys renda, commonly known as the Lipstick Palm, is a striking tropical palm prized for its vivid scarlet crownshaft and bright red leaf stems. This clustering palm forms elegant, upright trunks topped with graceful green fronds, creating a bold focal point that stands out in any warm-climate setting.
Whether grown as a specimen plant, in a grouping, or in a large container, the Lipstick Palm brings a lush, exotic feel to patios, poolside beds, and tropical garden borders. It performs best in consistently warm, humid conditions with bright, filtered light and well-drained, moisture-retentive soil rich in organic matter.
Species: Cyrtostachys renda
Variety: Not applicable
Type: Tropical palm
Plant_Habit: Clumping, upright
Sun: Bright indirect to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, organically rich
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 10-11
Germination: Variable, may benefit from warm, humid conditions
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly cover, keep warm and moist
Spacing: 6-10 feet apart for clusters
Notes: Slow growing; provide consistent warmth and humidity