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Syagrus romanzoffiana

Also Known As

  • Cocos Palm
  • Queen Palm

Plant type

palm / cycad

size

  • H: 25'-50'
  • W: 15'-25'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Syagrus romanzoffiana plant details

Syagrus romanzoffiana is an evergreen palm / cycad with green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bats and birds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in acidic, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Syagrus romanzoffiana

Plant type: palm / cycad
Plant family: arecaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 25 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Syagrus romanzoffiana

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, clay, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Syagrus romanzoffiana plant

How to Grow Syagrus romanzoffiana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bats
  • Fruit

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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