{"product_id":"nasiona-palmy-bialokoronowej-veillonia-alba","title":"White-crowned Palm Seeds - Veillonia Alba","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eVeillonia Alba\u003c\/strong\u003e - White-Crowned Palm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eVeillonia Alba\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCyphophoenix alba\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an extremely rare palm native exclusively to New Caledonia, where it grows in the mountain forests of the Mt. Panié massif. In its natural habitat, it grows at altitudes up to \u003cstrong\u003e600 m above sea level\u003c\/strong\u003e, inhabiting gneiss and schist soils under conditions of high humidity. Its unique origin and spectacular appearance make it one of the most valuable collector’s palms in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eGrowth Characteristics and Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe White-Crowned Palm reaches a height of \u003cstrong\u003e7–10 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a trunk diameter of about \u003cstrong\u003e12 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. The most distinctive feature of this species is its smooth trunk with prominent rings in the upper part, covered with a \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003ewhite, waxy coating\u003c\/strong\u003e that sets it apart from all other palms. Particularly striking is the \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003etwo-tone leaf sheath\u003c\/strong\u003e – the lower part is intensely white, gradually transitioning to rusty brown. This color contrast is unique even among the rich flora of New Caledonia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe palm’s crown consists of about \u003cstrong\u003e10 large, pinnate leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e over \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e long. The leaves are leathery, dark green with a lighter underside covered in fine scales. They are attached to petioles that often display brown or reddish spotting. The White-Crowned Palm is \u003cstrong\u003espineless\u003c\/strong\u003e – lacking thorns and monoecious, which greatly facilitates its care in container cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eFlowering and Fruiting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eInflorescences develop beneath the leaf crown, forming long, slightly drooping structures. Initially, they are completely white due to the coating, turning green with age. The flowers are arranged in characteristic groups of three, and after pollination, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003ebrown, ellipsoidal fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e appear with a distinct sculpted surface and hard shell, adding an extra decorative element to the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eCultivation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn cultivation, it thrives best in a \u003cstrong\u003etropical and subtropical climate\u003c\/strong\u003e with high air humidity. Although it shows some tolerance to short-term temperature drops, it does not withstand prolonged frost. In cooler parts of Europe, only \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003egreenhouse or container cultivation indoors with heating\u003c\/strong\u003e is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe plant requires:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlenty of light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh air humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection from drafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable temperature conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eGrowth Rate and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe growth rate of the White-Crowned Palm is \u003cstrong\u003eslow\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially during the first years of development. This trait demands patience from the grower but also allows the plant to be maintained for a long time in limited spaces. Stable environmental conditions are crucial for the proper development of this rare species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eCollector’s Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eDue to its extraordinary appearance, relatively small size for a palm, and \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003erarity\u003c\/strong\u003e, Veillonia Alba is a collector’s plant of exceptional value. Although its cultivation is not the easiest, the reward is owning one of the most decorative palms in the world – exotic, elegant, and almost unavailable in regular trade. It is the perfect challenge for enthusiasts and experienced gardeners seeking something truly unique for their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"3","offer_id":52507584954696,"sku":"CFCF-29554","price":14.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":52507584987464,"sku":"CFCF-29555","price":44.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":52507585020232,"sku":"CFCF-29556","price":220.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/2308.jpg?v=1770321464","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-palmy-bialokoronowej-veillonia-alba","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}