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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.

 

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

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.