Lord Howe discovered the palm on the island named after him. The seeds still come from the island with a very small number of inhabitants.

Thrives in medium light, direct sun is too bright for the Howea.

Light watering once a week when the top two inches of soil are dry.

The fronds love moist air so mist a few times a week.

A monthly dose of fertiliser in spring and summer is a great way to keep the plant happy.

Wilting plant: under-watered, dry air.
Yellowing leaves, soggy base: overwatered