Queen Palm

Syagrus Romanzoffiana

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Overview

The Queen Palm (Syagrus romanzoffiana) is an elegant, tropical landscape staple, reaching heights of up to 50 feet. Its smooth, gray trunk supports a crown of glossy, arching fronds, each ranging from 10-15 feet in length. This fast-growing palm thrives in USDA zones 9b through 11, requiring full sun and well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established, it also bears clusters of ornamental orange fruits in warmer climates.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 10–10

Queen Palm (Syagrus Romanzoffiana) — The Queen Palm (Syagrus romanzoffiana) is an elegant

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Arecaceae

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Queen Palm (Syagrus Romanzoffiana) — the Queen Palm is both drought tolerant once established and moderately salt-tolerant; its smooth, gray trunk supports a

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