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King Palm

Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana

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Overview

The King Palm, or Archontophoenix cunninghamiana, is a stately tree reaching heights up to 50-80 feet. Its sleek trunk, measuring 1-1.5 feet in diameter, supports a crown of lustrous green fronds extending 6-10 feet. This fast-growing palm thrives in full sun to partial shade, preferring moist, well-drained soils. Ideal for tropical landscapes, it offers a formal appearance and is frost-sensitive. Plant in USDA zones 10-11 for best growth.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 9–10Type PalmClimate Subtropical
King Palm (Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana) — scientifically known as Archontophoenix cunninghamiana

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Palm
Family
Arecaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana
Archontophoenix Cunninghamiana

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