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Ptychosperma elegans

Also Known As

  • Solitaire Palm

Plant type

tree, palm / cycad

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Ptychosperma elegans plant details

Ptychosperma elegans is an evergreen palm / cycad or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ptychosperma elegans

Plant type: palm / cycad or tree
Plant family: arecaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ptychosperma elegans

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Ptychosperma elegans plant

How to Grow Ptychosperma elegans

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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