Plant profile
Pinanga modesta
Pinanga modesta Becc.
A tropical palm for warm, sheltered outdoor spaces, with pinnate leaves and a compact habit. Grow it in partial shade with consistently moist, well-drained soil; it does not tolerate cold.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Grows as a woody clump (shrub).
- Climate
- Naturally warm and humid climate.
- Origin / area
- The typical geographical origin is: Philippines.
Recommended products for Pinanga modesta
Ecological interactions
Is a host for:
Palmaspis pinangae
Basic care
- Watering
- Don’t wait for severe wilting before watering again.
- Light
- Medium-high light without long stretches of direct rays.
- Temperature
- Warmer spots help it grow more strongly.
- Humidity
- Avoid high humidity with zero airflow (mould risk).
Pet toxicity
Generally considered low-risk for cats and dogs.
Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15468777) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (2739329) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (669111-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000273743) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- GloBI — species interactions (CC BY)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).