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Bismarckia nobilis

Family Arecaceae
Plant Type palm
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level
Height 15 - 18 m (50 - 60 ft)
Spread 6 m (20 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The palm Bismarckia nobilis (bismarck palm) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and pastel yellow blooms. The showy matte foliage is medium green and light grey in colour, bold in texture and evergreen. Bismarckia nobilis (bismarck palm) bears showy fruit. This plant has showy and smooth bark. A specimen plant, Bismarckia nobilis (bismarck palm) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Foundation, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Bismarckia nobilis tolerates drought and salt.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.