Christmas Palm

Adonidia Merrillii

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Overview

Adonidia merrillii, commonly known as the Chris™as Palm, is a sleek, tropical palm that reaches about 15-25 feet in height with a spread of 5-10 feet. Its slender, gray trunk is topped with a crown of 10-12 pinnate leaves that arch gracefully. Small red fruits adorn the tree in winter, resembling festive ornaments. Ideal for tight spaces and as a focal point, this palm prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Zones 10-11.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 10–11Climate Temperate

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — commonly known as the Chris™as Palm

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 15–25 Ft.
Mature width: 6–8 Ft.

Classification

Family: Arecaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — consider its mature size to avoid future interference with structures or power lines

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — white flowers in the garden

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — palm with white blooms

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — palm for full

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — commonly known as the Chris™as Palm; small red fruits adorn the tree in winter, resembling festive ornaments

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — tropical palm that reaches about 15-25 feet in height with a spread of 5-10 feet; grey trunk that typically grows to

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — Its slender, gray trunk is topped with a crown of 10-12 pinnate leaves that arch gracefully; adding dynamism to your

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — Small red fruits adorn the tree in winter, resembling festive ornaments; consider its mature size to avoid future

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — Ideal for tight spaces and as a focal point, this palm prefers full sun and well-drained soil; small red fruits adorn the

Christmas Palm (Adonidia Merrillii) — commonly referred to as the Christmas Palm; grey trunk that typically grows to about 6 inches in diameter

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