Nīkau (Rhopalostylis Sapida) is a perennial palm in the Arecaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Rhopalostylis sapida, commonly known as nīkau, is the only palm native to mainland New Zealand and is endemic to the region.