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Brahea edulis

Guadalupe Palm or Fan Palm

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Information by:         Photographer: Steve George/Thompson

 

Description

This tree can grow up to 45' tall and 12' in diameter. It has long, light green leaves with a waxy cover and small yellow flowers. The tree produces a black fruit that has an edible pulp and tastes similar to dates.

 

Plant Type

Palm

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip

Special Uses

Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

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Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

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