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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 10–10Type Palm, Tree
Queen Palm (Syagrus Romanzoffiana) — creating a visually pleasing umbrella-like silhouette; which is advantageous for those wishing to achieve a mature look

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Palm, Tree
Family
Arecaceae

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Queen Palm (Syagrus Romanzoffiana) — is a popular choice among landscape enthusiasts due to its elegant form and tropical allure
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana
Syagrus Romanzoffiana

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