Syagrus Romanzoffiana / Arecastrum R. (Queen Palm)

11.94

Please note that the longest leaves are shortened before transport.

Min Temp : -5°C
Location: Sun / Partial shade
Water requirements : Regular
Flowering period :
Scented : No
Edible: No
Use: Container / Terrace plant
Evergreen: Yes
Height: Up to 5m and more
SKU: 10.001 Categories: ,

Description

Arecastrum romanzoffianum / Arecastrum romanzoffianum var. genuinum / calappa romanzoffiana / coco romanzoffiana

Syagrus romanzoffiana is the botanical name of a species of palm in South America.

The plant has a wide range from southern Brazil to northern Argentina, eastern Paraguay and Uruguay. Winters are quite short there. The palm is found on moist soils, along rivers and in forests.

The palm can grow up to 15 m high. The plant has a grey stem. The trunk base can sometimes produce aerial roots. The feather leaves are up to 4.5 m long and green. The large inflorescences have both male and female flowers. The yellow-orange fruits have a sweet taste.