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    Archontophoenix maxima

    Also Known As

    • Walsh River Palm

    Plant type

    tree, palm / cycad

    size

    • H: 30'-80'
    • W: 10'-20'

    planting zones

    • 9b-12

    Archontophoenix maxima plant details

    Archontophoenix maxima is an evergreen palm / cycad or tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Archontophoenix maxima

    Plant type: palm / cycad or tree
    Plant family: arecaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 30 FT - 80 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: tropical-looking, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Archontophoenix maxima

    USDA Zones: 9b - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Archontophoenix maxima plant

    How to Grow Archontophoenix maxima

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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