Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Can someone tell me what causes the new leaf growth of a variegated rhapis palm to die before they open up?

the leaf dies and then it starts growing another one and it does the same thing over and over the leaf dies just before it gets opened up.this plant has been doing this for about 4 years now.I have always used bottled water or rainwater to water this plant with.

Can someone tell me what causes the new leaf growth of a variegated rhapis palm to die before they open up?
Do not use bottled water on any plants.


Palm trees and the environment?

Right, so after my mom bought a bottle of palm oil i decided to look up palm oil on the net, and found some interesting things. What's the deal with palm trees and the enviroment? Are there too many palm trees being cut down for the oil? Are rainforests deforested to plant these treets? Can someone please clear things up for me? Thank you

Palm trees and the environment?
Palm trees are cut down for a lot of reasons but not for palm oil because the oil comes from the fruit. I don't think that rainforests are deforested to plant palm trees. However, it's likely that palm trees are planted on deforested rainforests.


I am looking for Skin Saver Lotion Original Formula 32oz by Palm Beach Beauty Products. Where can I get some?

The company address on the bottle is Palm Beach Beauty Products950 Xenia Ave, So., Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA. Its called "Skin Saver Lotion, Original Formula" it also says "With Co-Efficient Bio-Stimulins" I have one bottle, and I have not been able to find any more anywhere, so would appreciate any information.

I am looking for Skin Saver Lotion Original Formula 32oz by Palm Beach Beauty Products. Where can I get some?
eBay.com.

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How can I hit a beer bottle to blow the bottom out?

I've seen a guy who hits an open bottle with 2/3 the beer inside. The bottom gets knocked out from the force of his palm. how do I do it?

How can I hit a beer bottle to blow the bottom out?
the bottel neends to be half full or less
Reply:you just been tricked.
Reply:its all air pressure ive seen it done too
Reply:why do that? it's alcohol abuse and a waste of good beer. Also kida stup[id and juvenile.


Botanical name of table palm tree?

what is the botanical name of table palm and bottle p

Botanical name of table palm tree?
Bottle palm=Hyophorbe Iagenicaulis


Not sure about table palm


What are the best plants to start from seed in a bottle terrarium?

I read all about terrariums in a bottle and wanted to start one. Ferns and a palm of some sort started from seed in the bottle was my plan. Any recommendations?? Thanks

What are the best plants to start from seed in a bottle terrarium?
pilea, artillery fern(seeds), boston fern(from spores)


You should hold a bottle of liquid wit the label toward the palm of your hand when you pour the liquid. Why?

Holding the bottle containing chemicals with the label towards your palm while pouring prevents possible drips, which may be corrosive, from destroying the label thus leaving the contents unrecognisable. A bottle of chemicals with a label which cannot be read could be misused and extremely dangerous.

You should hold a bottle of liquid wit the label toward the palm of your hand when you pour the liquid. Why?
so when the last of the pour drips down the side it dosent run down the lable. your contents could have a reaction to the lable. Then you would have a reaction in your hand.


safty first.
Reply:So if it drips down the side of the bottle it won't damage the label.

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Why did the bottle with carbon dioxide and water seem to create the sensation on the palm of your hand?

The sensation is suction, meaning the mouth of the glass bottle stuck to my hand. I know it this has something to do with pressure build up from 2 minutes of shaking carbon dioxide gas and water in the bottle, but am not sure exactly why.

Why did the bottle with carbon dioxide and water seem to create the sensation on the palm of your hand?
Carbon dioxide is "soluble" in water. It isn't actually CO2 when it is in water, instead it reacts with water to form carbonate and carbonic acid, which are soluble in water. You know from experience that it helps to agitate water (stir it, shake it, swirl it) when you're trying to dissolve anything in it. I mean, you stir cool-aid to dissolve sugar, don't you? So if you shake the bottle, you'll aid in dissolving the CO2 faster.





The next question is: what is it that creates suction? Well, a vacuum does. So then, what is a vacuum? It is a LACK of atmosphere. When the CO2 goes into the water, you're reducing the pressure inside the bottle by removing the atmosphere. This creates a vacuum, which produces suction against your palm.





So the buildup of pressure inside the bottle is not what creates suction. I can see why you think shaking water and CO2 will build up pressure though, because if you shake a bottle of soda pop, you'll build up great pressure in the bottle. That happens because soda pop has excess CO2 already dissolved in it and shaking the water brings the CO2 out. Shaking non-carbonated water under a CO2 atmosphere dissolves CO2 instead of bringing it out.
Reply:Carbon dixoide will dissolve from the air into the water more readily when shaken, to create carbonic acid. If no new air is allowed into the system, then the pressure of the air inside the bottle will decrease, creating a suction effect


What is the anual growth rate for a bottle palm?

Apparently it depends upon the conditions that it is growing in. I can't find a figure for the annual growth rate, but here are some links for you to learn more about that species.





http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/A...





http://www.wildlifebiz.org/Bellamy_Good_...

What is the anual growth rate for a bottle palm?
Very slow...


Bottle Palm Trees in San Antonio, Tx?

Hello, I just purchased two 25 gallons Bottle Palms for my backyard. I have read on the internet that these trees do not tolerate cold weather. Does anyone have experience or advice on how to care best for these trees in the San Antonio areas? Thanks

Bottle Palm Trees in San Antonio, Tx?
Who sold you palms that were not suitable for your area? Most reputable garden centers, nureries or online catalogs will inform you.


Link with hardiness and growth habits


the trees are hardy to 38 degrees


http://www.junglemusic.net/palms/hyophor...


This is your hardiness zone


San Antonio Texas - Zone 8b - 9


Your hardiness in San Antonio is


1.8b 15 to 20 F -6.7 to -9.4 C Austin, Texas; Gainesville, Florida





2.9a 20 to 25 F -3.9 to -6.6 C Houston, Texas; St. Augustine, Florida





3.9b 25 to 30 F -1.2 to -3.8 C Brownsville, Texas; Fort Pierce, Florida


It's going to depend exactly where you are, in the zone factor.





Texas hardiness zone map


http://www.usna.usda.gov/Hardzone/hzm-sm...


Sometimes plants and trees can surprise you and be far more hardy than you think or NOT!





***************NOTE************


Hyophorbe lagenicaulis


Bottle palm


http://www.junglemusic.net/palms/hyophor...


excerpt from above link


If you get definite freezes, this palm is not for you.


If it were me, I would speak with the people that sold them to you. I'm certain you paid a good amount for them, .