Heliconia schiedeana rare palms Dypsis leptocheilos or Teddy Bear

Dypsis leptocheilos or Teddy Bear palm is another beautiful palm from the palm paradise that is Madagascar

parvifolia has striking orange and blue flowers

Imported frozen Pandan leaves are widely available in Asian grocery stores but fresh leaves are unheard of in NZ

pinnate and feather-like

Heliconia schiedeana rare palms Dypsis leptocheilos or Teddy BearHeliconia schiedeana, also known as the 'Guatemalan Bird of Paradise' (though it is not a Strelitzia) is one of the most cold hardy of the Heliconias and grows to a height of 2 3 metres approx. Manages an indoor situation, though may not flower as easily. Requires adequate moisture. Manages coastal conditions well. Salt spray will cause minimal damage. As with all Heliconia, wind can shred the leaves so find a nice warm spot sheltered from the wind.