Phoenix rupicola

Also Known As

Cliff Date Palm

Plant type

tree, palm / cycad

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

9a-10b

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Phoenix rupicola plant details

Phoenix rupicola is an evergreen palm / cycad or tree with green foliage. and orange and yellow fruit. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phoenix rupicola

Plant type: palm / cycad or tree
Plant family: arecaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phoenix rupicola

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A cold hardy palm good to Zone 9-10. This Phoenix comes from the foothills of the Himalayas. It has long arching fronds and a smooth, slender trunk. It resembles a coconut. It is fast growing and frost tolerant. A must have palm. To see a photo of a mature Phoenix rupicola go to http://www.pacsoa.org.au/palms/Phoenix/rupicola.html