I bought this tree in Kampala in a rush (as all my trips seem to be). At the time I thought it was a palm which now I look at it is obviously not. But its leaf structure is quite distinctive.
I don't know what the flowers are like. Any ideas?
Thanks
Here is a shot of the growing shoot.
I've looked for hours on the internet for this plant. I remember seeing it over at my neighbors house, and had a discussion on what a strange looking palm tree it was. (his is a palm tree). Your plant resembles it closely. I will ask for the name next time I see him.
Rj
It is Filicium decipiens, Fern Tree. A member of the Soapberry Family, Sapindaceae, and native to tropical Africa.
That's right...tree fern not palm.
Thanks
This message was edited Dec 28, 2009 4:19 PM
Wow thanks Guys, that is really helpful! I thought nobody was going to have any ideas. This is why I love Daves Garden!
