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Common Name: |
Adonidia, Christmas Palm
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| Scientific Name: |
Adonidia Merrillii
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| Type of Plant: |
Palm
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| Description: |
Single to multi slender trunk palm which grows to approx. 20-30 feet. Has feathery like fronds that are self cleaning.
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| Height: |
20-30’
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| Blooming: |
No
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Fruit:
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Beneath fronds it can produce a non-edible white to pale green fruit that will ripen to a red color in winter. Hence they get the nickname “Christmas” Palm as it’s ready for the holidays w/out any other decorations required.
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| Climate Requirements: |
Prefers full sun when mature, well drained soil & moderate water.
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| Care Requirements: |
Palm fertilizer 3-4 times a year will keep them thriving.
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Special Needs: |
VERY sensitive to cold temperatures and susceptible to lethal yellowing disease.
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Special Uses/Attributes: |
Small size makes it flexible in any landscape situation and is also a great potted palm porch or poolside.
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Florida Native: |
No |
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