Phoenix roebelenii, also known as pigmy date palm, or miniature date palm, is native to Southeast Asia, especially to Laos. It is a small palm that will grow up to 10 ft (3 m) tall, and generally not more than 6 ft (2 m) tall. As a result, this palm is often met inside, in containers. However, this is also a very good palm for coastal subtropical regions.
This Phoenix species is not as frost hardy as its close relatives P. canariensis, P. dactylifera or P. theophrasti. However, it will survive brief negative temperatures down to 21-22°F (-6 to -6.5°C). Note that this palm has sharp leaf spines that may lead to serious punctures.
Leaves are pinnate, and are slightly arched, which gives this palm a graceful aspect.
Inflorescences of the pigmy date palm are small and are yellow-cream. This palm is dioecious.
Fruits of the pigmy date palm is supposed to be edible, but are almost never consumed. (One reason for this disaffection being that this date is not very fleshy)
Phoenix roebelenii requiert les expositions suivantes : mi-ombre,lumière,soleil This species requires a well-drained ground.
Photos of pygmy date palm |
Category - tree
Dimensions
Height 3.00 m
Width 2.00 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below -6.5 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to -5.0 °C
Exposure - partial shade, light, full sun
Leaves - evergreen
Flowers - Color(s) : cream
Fruit - Edible Propagation - seeds This palm is propagated by seeds.
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