Archontophoenix purpurea

Archontophoenix purpurea is an evergreen palm / cycad or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Archontophoenix purpurea

Plant type: palm / cycad or tree

Plant family: arecaceae

Foliage: evergreen green

Mature size: 8 FT - 20 FT - wide, 40 FT - 80 FT - tall

Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring and summer

Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Archontophoenix purpurea

USDA Zones: 9b - 12

Sun exposure: sun - bright shade

Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained