In this video, I talk about New Zealand's only Native Palm, the beautiful Nikau.
The Nikau Palm (Rhopalostylis sapida) is Endemic to New Zealand, meaning that it is not native to any other country. Parts of the Nikau can be eaten and the nectar-filled lilac flowers are loved by honey bees. Kereru, the native Wood Pigeon, feast on the ripe summer fruit. Nikau Palms make excellent landscaping features and I discuss some of the considerations when planting a Nikau in your garden.