| Common name: Cliff Date Palm
Native to: India
Mature height: 30'
Mature spread: 15'
Growth Habit: solitary
Leaf type: pinnate |
photo by: Hugh Danaher
Ohlone College
Fremont |
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Description:
A graceful phoenix palm that should begin in shade. The pinnate leaves are soft and rich deep green. The fronds are on an upright axis that hand as the tree matures. Will tolerate full sun when mature. Typical trees usually only reach a height of about 30 feet, but some hybrids have been noted at over 70 feet.
photo by: Dennis Valdez
Dale Motiska Garden
Vacaville |
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photo by: Jack Tomsky
Jack Tomsky Garden
Palo Alto |
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This species in the garden:
Growth rate: slow
Sunlight: moderate when young
Water: moderate
Cold Tolerance: 24° F
Seed or plant availability: limited
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