Bio Facts: Senegal Date Palm
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Common Name:
Senegal Date Palm
Scientific Name:
Phoenix reclinata
Origin:
Semi arid plains of Senegal
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:
9-11
Light Requirements:
Full sun
Soil Requirements:
Drought tolerant, but grows faster and is more attractive with regular water
Notes:
- Multi trunked palm that looks better if leaves are trimmed up and suckers are removed.
- Petiole is armed with long sharp needles near the trunk
- Moderately salt tolerant
- Grows in large clumps that can make a striking statement
- Can get 25-50’ tall.
