Phoenix

Arecaceae

Date Palms

Leaves pinnate (feather type), and leaflets 'v' shaped in cross section

Uses

Feature plants in gardens. Container plants. Indoor plants.

Edible dates come from this genus.

Security barriers -species with spikes are good for deterring burglars.

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Culture

Some species are particularly hardy in comparison to most palms tolerating colder conditions and poorer air quality, particularly once established.

Propagation

Seed takes 2 to 3 months to germinate.

Some species produce suckers and can be divided.

Cultivars

Around 17 species mostly from sub tropical and tropical Africa and Asia; including -

P. canariensis (Canary Island Date Palm). Upright palm with a thick heavy trunk to 20m; large head of long feather leaves to 6m. Showy orange fruits. Needs room to spread.

P. dactylifera (Date Palm). Stout trunk to 20m; sparse head of grey-green leaves; suckers at base of palm. Commercial source of dates which only form in hot, dry climates.

P. reclinata (African Wild Date Palm). Forms a clump with several trunks to 7m tall and 3m long fronds.

P. roebelenii (Dwarf Date Palm). Will eventually grow to 3m; fronds are 1.5m long. Popular indoor pot plant – place in bright light and keep soil moist but not wet. Fine textured and spikey foliage.

P. rupicola, also known as the Cliff Date Palm, is a good landscaping species with attractive foliage.

Plant Health

Many are relatively hardy.

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