Palm Varieties

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Phoenix reclinata: Senegal Date Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, Andrew K. Koeser, Deborah R. Hilbert, and Drew C. McLean

Trachycarpus fortunei: Windmill Palm

Edward F. Gilman and Dennis G. Watson

Syagrus romanzoffiana: Queen Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Urban Water

Sabal palmetto: Sabal or Cabbage Palm

T. K. Broschat

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Urban Water

Coccothrinax argentata: Silverpalm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Phoenix sylvestris, Wild Date Palm

Robert J. Northrop, Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, Mary McKenzie, and Heather V. Quintana

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Livistona decipiens, Ribbon Fan Palm

Mary McKenzie, Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, and Heather V. Quintana

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Dypsis lutescens: Yellow Butterfly Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii: Paurotis Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Ptychosperma elegans, Solitaire Palm

Heather V. Quintana, Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, and Mary McKenzie

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Ptychosperma macarthurii: Macarthur Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Phoenix canariensis: Canary Island Date Palm

T. K. Broschat

Thrinax morrisii: Key Thatch Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, Andrew K. Koeser, Deborah R. Hilbert, and Drew C. McLean

Washingtonia filifera: Desert Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Phoenix dactylifera, Date Palm

Melissa H. Friedman, Michael G. Andreu, Heather V. Quintana, and Mary McKenzie

This document provides an overview of the date palm (Phoenix dactylifera), detailing its taxonomy, description, and applications. Native to North Africa or the Middle East, this palm thrives in dry climates and can grow up to 80 feet tall. It produces edible fruits called dates, which have been a staple food source for over a millennium. The article also discusses the horticultural uses of date palms, their growth requirements, and their susceptibility to diseases like lethal yellowing. Additionally, it highlights the allergenic potential of male trees due to airborne pollen. Original publication date May 2010.

Hyophorbe lagenicaulis, Bottle Palm

Melissa H. Friedman, Michael G. Andreu, Heather V. Quintana, and Mary McKenzie

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Butia odorata: Pindo Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Bismarckia nobilis: Bismarck Palm

Timothy K. Broschat

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Urban Water

Dypsis lutescens, Areca Palm

Melissa H. Friedman, Michael G. Andreu, Heather V. Quintana, and Mary McKenzie

This document provides an overview of the Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens), detailing its taxonomy, common names, and physical characteristics. Native to eastern Madagascar, this palm is endangered in its natural habitat but widely cultivated in Florida and the United States. It thrives in well-drained soils with ample water and can grow up to 35 feet tall. The article also discusses its horticultural applications, including its use as a landscape accent and natural fence, and offers care recommendations such as planting during the rainy season and regular fertilization to maintain its green color. Original publication date May 2010.