Cabbage palm, Australian Sugar Palm
It is a tropical plant. It does best in well-composted, moist, well-drained soil. It needs a protected sunny position. It is damaged by drought and frost. It grows naturally in stony creek beds often in light shade. They are very sensitive to cold. It suits hardiness zones 11-12. In the Cairns Botanical gardens. In Townsville Anderson BG.
Also known as:
An-jardarrk, Palem aren australia
Synonyms
- Saguerus australasicus H. Wendl. & Drude
Edible Portion
- Bud, Cabbage, Palm heart
Where does Cabbage palm grow?
Found in: Asia, Australia, Indonesia, North America, SE Asia, United States
Notes: The flesh of the fruit contains calcium oxalate which can burn the skin. There are 17-20 Arenga species.
Growing Cabbage palm, Australian Sugar Palm
Cultivation: Plants are grown from seed. The seed germinate erratically taking 2-12 months or more. It can also be grown by suckers.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm heart | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Cabbage palm, Australian Sugar Palm Photos
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