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Phoenix Canariensis

Scientific Name

Phoenix canariensis

Common Name

Canary Island Date Palm

Full Grown

Origin

Canary Islands

Climate

Freezing point is 18° F. Drought tolerant when established.

History

Phoenix is a Latinized form of the Greek word for “Date palm.” The epithet is Latin for “-of the Canaries.”

This eye-catching palm is one that should be given considerable room to grow. Although it is very slow growing at first, the growth rate increases once the trunk reaches its full diameter. Its long, dark green palm fronds are spiny at the base and punctuated by clustering, golden fruits. Canary Island Date palms are solitary growing and widely cultivated throughout the world. Phoenix canariensis has proven to be hardy in inland districts, tolerating heat, frost, poor soil, and dry conditons.