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Burretiokentia vieillardii

Also Known As

  • Palm

Plant type

tree, palm / cycad

size

  • H: 60'
  • W: 15'

planting zones

  • 11-12

Burretiokentia vieillardii plant details

Burretiokentia vieillardii is an evergreen palm / cycad or tree with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter chocolate flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and high water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Burretiokentia vieillardii

Plant type: palm / cycad or tree
Plant family: arecaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT wide, 60 FT tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Burretiokentia vieillardii

USDA Zones: 11 - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: high
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Gardening facts about Burretiokentia vieillardii plant

How to Grow Burretiokentia vieillardii

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • high
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chocolate
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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