Paurotis Palm (Medium) (Acoelorrhaphe wrightii)

Paurotis Palm (Medium) (Acoelorrhaphe wrightii)

Pair of dimensioned illustrations of the Paurotis Palm (Medium) seen from the top and elevation views
Description
Description

The Paurotis Palm (Medium) expresses Acoelorraphe wrightii with a single emerging trunk that has begun to differentiate from the base cluster, topped with a neatly proportioned crown of fan-shaped leaves. The palmate fronds spread into circular blades with pronounced radiating segments, giving the crown a bold, graphic quality.

At this medium size, the trunk is visible enough to show early ring patterns yet compact enough to keep the canopy close to the ground. Acoelorraphe wrightii, originating from wetland areas, evolved stiff fans that withstand humidity, wind, and periodic submersion. This medium form highlights the species’ refined geometry—a harmonious mix of vertical structure and radial leaf form—making it suitable for pathways, small garden groupings, or foreground plantings where a clean, bright fan palm presence is desired.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

The Paurotis Palm (Medium) has a cultivated height between 8’-12’ (2.44-3.66 m), spread diameter of 7’-12’ (2.13-2.44 m), and leaf lengths between 1’6”-3’ (46-91 cm). In the wild, the Paurotis Palm (Medium) has an overall height between 15’-25’ (4.57-7.62 m).

Set of silhouette outline drawings of the Paurotis Palm (Medium) in front and top views
Set of silhouette outline drawings of the Paurotis Palm (Medium) in front and top views
3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

Height:
8’-12’ | 2.44-3.66 m (Cultivation)
Width:
7’-12’ | 2.13-2.44 m (Spread)
Depth:
Length:
1’6”-3’ | 46-91 cm (Leaf)
Height (Wild):
15’-25’ | 4.57-7.62 m (Wild)
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Order: Arecales
Family: Arecaceae

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Scientific Name:
Acoelorrhaphe wrightii
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Drawings include:
Paurotis Palm (Medium) front elevation, plan view

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