Bio Facts: Mexican Fan Palm or Washington Palm
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Common Name:
Mexican Fan Palm or Washington Palm
Scientific Name:
Washingtonia robusta
Origin:
Desert mountain valleys of Sonora and Baja Mexico.
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:
9-11
Light Requirements:
Full sun is best but will take some shade
Soil Requirements:
Drought resistant but will grow faster and look better with adequate water
Notes:
- Quick grower to over 100’ but doesn’t normally reach full height in Florida due to susceptibility to lightning strikes.
- Known for their skirt of dead leaves which can be home to many small animals and birds.
- Large dark green leaves have orange leaf stems that are edged with sawtooth spines
- Salt resistant.
