Royal Palm

Roystonea Regia

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Overview

The Royal Palm (Roystonea regia) exudes regality with its smooth, grey trunk, soaring elegantly up to 66-98 feet. Boasting a majestic crown of large, feathery fronds spanning 10-15 feet, this iconic palm thrives in full sun with moderate water. Hardy in Zones 10-11, it's the perfect vertical accent for tropical landscapes, requiring ample space to showcase its splendid 3-4 feet diameter base. Adds instant grandeur to any setting.

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

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — The Royal Palm (Roystonea regia) exudes regality with its smooth

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — soaring elegantly up to 66-98 feet

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — feathery fronds spanning 10-15 feet

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — this iconic palm thrives in full sun with moderate water

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — stands as a majestic centerpiece in landscape designs

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — it's the perfect vertical accent for tropical landscapes

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — often evoking the grandeur of tropical paradises

Culture

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

Shape & size

Mature height: 60–80 Ft.
Mature width: 12–18 Ft.

Classification

Family: Arecaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — The Royal Palm (Roystonea regia) exudes regality with its smooth

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — soaring elegantly up to 66-98 feet

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — feathery fronds spanning 10-15 feet

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — this iconic palm thrives in full sun with moderate water

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — stands as a majestic centerpiece in landscape designs

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — it's the perfect vertical accent for tropical landscapes

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — often evoking the grandeur of tropical paradises

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — Adds instant grandeur to any setting

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — requiring ample space to showcase its splendid 3-4 feet diameter base

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — this palm can reach impressive heights from 50 to 70 feet

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — Characterized by its sleek

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — gray-white columnar trunk

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — sometimes even stretching skyward to 100 feet

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — each extending up to 10 to 15 feet in length

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — Its girth measures approximately 1.5 to 2 feet in diameter

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — rounded canopy that spans approximately 25 to 30 feet in width

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — These fronds emerge from the top of the trunk

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — This canopy casts a broad circle of shade

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — sheltered areas in the garden.<br><br>Preferring full sun exposure and well-draining soil conditions

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — making it a valuable addition for creating cool

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — the Royal Palm requires ample space to flourish

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — It requires regular watering

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — allowing for its expansive growth

Royal Palm (Roystonea Regia) — Additionally, this palm is frost-sensitive, thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11

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