Brighamia insignis

Brighamia insignis, commonly referred to as the Hawaiian Palm, Cabbage on a Stick, Alula, among many others. This unique species is a true collector’s plant!  This batch is well established in 4” pots, and already have developed a beautiful swollen trunk! Compact and slow growing, perfect for containers or small spaces, it typically stays under 3' wide. Semi succulent, bright lime to dark green foliage between 5-8" long are only produced at the top of the plant forming a rosette, remove lower leaves as they turn yellow to brown for a clean and tidy appearance. Its swollen, water storing trunk allows it to tolerate brief dry periods, but it thrives best in bright, partial sun with excellent drainage. Under ideal conditions, produces clusters of showy, fragrant yellow flowers with a sweet scent of honeysuckle and citrus. While it naturally blooms in fall, cultivated plants may flower multiple times a year. Can be watered frequently if using a well aerated potting mix that allows for instant drainage. Overwatering can easily rot and kill the plant or cause fungal infection.  If grown in the ground, be sure to provide very sharp drainage, place in part sun and protect from slugs and snails - they will devour all the foliage, then move on to the top of the plant and kill it.