Botanical Profile
Pigafetta filaris is a large tropical palm in the Arecaceae family, valued for its rapid growth and tall ornamental form.
Scientific Name
Pigafetta filaris (also known as the Wanga Palm)
Local Name
Wanga Palm, Sago Palm Sulawesi
Native Habitat
Native to Sulawesi, Indonesia, where it grows in humid tropical forests with high rainfall and warm temperatures.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate — seeds require consistent warmth, moisture, and patience for successful sprouting.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 1–4 months under stable tropical conditions.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, high humidity, well-draining organic soil, and temperatures between 24–32°C. Maintain even moisture during early growth.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its impressive height, fast growth, and limited availability in cultivation. Rare Seeds Indonesia Nursery offers fresh seeds for palm enthusiasts and tropical plant collectors.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
Rare Seeds offers a wide selection of rare ornamental plant seeds. You can explore other species on our shop page. We are available to help you choose suitable seeds based on your experience—contact us at info@rareseeds.id or via WhatsApp for custom orders.
All orders are shipped with a free Phytosanitary Certificate. We use secure packaging to ensure seeds arrive in good condition. Rare Seeds supplies seeds to various plant sellers and collectors.




