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Syagrus romanzoffiana

Family Palmae
Plant Type palm
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 6 - 21 m (20 - 70 ft)
Spread 6 - 9 m (20 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Syagrus romanzoffiana (pindo palm) bears showy and white blossoms during mid summer. This palm is upright and has deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, bold textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Syagrus romanzoffiana (pindo palm) is showy. The bark is showy and smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning palm which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Specimen, street planting and tropical.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Syagrus romanzoffiana . Syagrus romanzoffiana is tolerant of wet sites.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Syagrus romanzoffiana (pindo palm) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Syagrus romanzoffiana (pindo palm) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.