Native to Brazil, this beauty, when older, can withstand -10 to -12C.Also known as the Wine Palm, delicious dessert fillings can be made from its fruit.
A vigorous grower, each frond in the picture is newly emerged.
This palm hasn't quit growing since last summer when it was on the patio in a tub. Now indoors in the foyer, it responds to care despite low light conditions.
"At this rate, it'll soon be a frisbee obstacle," warns Kia.
