Pritchardia Species, Hillebrand’s Loulu, Loulu Lelo Palm, Molokai Fan Palm

This is just one of about 20-plus species of Pritchardia that grow well in southern California. There are a few species from the ...Read MoreSouth Pacific that do not, but just about all the Pritchardias native to Hawaii do fine here in So Cal. Some are much rarer than others; this is one of the most common species.

A pretty robust grower, it has large, only slightly divided leaves that don't droop much, if at all. It loves water, but doesn't require a ton of it. This palm can do great in full sun near the coast but prefers some shade inland. Intense, dry heat (over 100°F) is tough on it. There are several varieties of this palm including a 'dwarf' form that has slightly bluish leaves.