Trachycarpus oreophilus
Family: Arecaceae Palm Tree
Common Name: Thai Mountain Fan Palm
Cold Hardiness Zone: 8a View the UK and US zone maps
Trachycarpus oreophilus Information
Identification
Occurring at 1700 to 2150 m (5600 to 7000 ft) elevation on the Doi Ching Dao mountain range in northwest of Thailand near Chang Mai and possibly in Myanmar. The name 'oreophilus' means 'cloud-loving', as these mountains are frequently covered in mist. The trunk is naked of fibres.
Species information currently being revised.
Distribution
Native to: Thailand