Brahea armata

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Mexican Blue Palm,

  
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Will slowly grow to 15' x 8'. Bold tropical fan palm. The leaves are silvery blue and 3-5' across. The cream colored flowers hang garlands up to 15' long. Native to Baja California.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Palm

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Silver

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Clay

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Swimming Pool

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.