Brahea edulis (Guadalupe Palm )


Michael's Opinion

A fast growing palm suitable for temperate to sub-tropical climates.

Botanical Information

FamilyArecaceae
GenusBrahea
Speciesedulis
CategoryTropicals, Woody
TypeTree (evergreen)
OriginGuadaloupe Island off the coast of Mexico.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3 - H2
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-1 - 4
Temperature (°F)30 - 40
Height15 m
GrowthFast

Description and Growing Information

PropagationSeed germinates erraticaly.
CultivationTolerant of some frost, requires full sun and well-drained rich soil and an abundance of water.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThe trunk is stout and is covered in leaf scars from self-pruning, irregularly ringed.
Fruit DescriptionHaning down in bunches the fruit ripen to brown-black, 2.5 cm in diamter with an edible though thin, sweet pulp; seed is 18 mm in diameter.

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