Kentia Plantation

Lord Howe Island is the original home of the world’s most popular decorative palm, the Kentia. The graceful plant gained popularity in the early 20th century as the perfect adornment for grand hotel lobbies and ocean liners. In the early days, Lord Howe Islanders called it ‘thatch’ and used it for building. Today, palm export is the second largest industry after tourism. Wild Kentia palms cover the island and many thousands are grown in plantations. A tour of the Kentia Palm Nursery is a fascinating experience.

 

Category: Natural Attractions

 

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