Description Stems: Solitary, massive, erect to 20 m tall and 1 m in diameter, bulging with above ground roots at the base and sometimes bulging at the top of the stem with old leaf bases and fibers; ring scars are prominent, raised, and undulating or diamond- or canoe-shaped.
Diagnostic features Field: Solitary, massive palm, erect to 20 m tall and 1 m in diameter, bulging with above ground roots at the base and sometimes bulging at the top of the stem with old leaf bases and fibers; ring scars are prominent, raised, and undulating or diamond- or canoe-shaped.
May be confused with Other Phoenix species, but the stem and leaflet arrangement are distinctive. Distribution Native to the Canary Islands. Additional comments Because Phoenix species can hybridize easily and produce fertile crosses, determining the species within this genus might not be possible. Scientific name Phoenix canariensis Hort. The Phoenix canariensis crosses easily with the other Phoenix , particularly with the the Date palm Phoenix dactylifera , as testifies the ample variety of hybrids with intermediate look, between the two species present in cultivation.
Introduced in Europe by the second half of the nineteenth century, it has rapidly spread in all the coastal countries of the Mediterranean. Synonyms: Phoenix canariensis var. Not sure which Palms - Cycads to pick? Compare All Palms - Cycads. While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates.
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Alphabetical Plant Listing. View or Create Collections. This plant will naturalize in optimum growing conditions. Easily grown in fertile , medium moisture , well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerates light shade. Drought tolerant once established.
Canary Island Date Palm performs very well in containers. Resembling a pineapple, it thrives in a loam-based compost in full sun with some afternoon shade.
When in growth water moderately and feed with a balanced fertilizer once a month. Water sparingly in winter. No customer reviews for the moment. Are you sure that you want to report this comment? No Yes. Your report has been submitted and will be considered by a moderator. Phoenix canariensis A very popular palm, for warm climates.
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