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European Fan Palm
Chamaerops humilis
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European Fan palm is extremely drought and frost tolerant.

Leaves
Triangular and fan-shaped leaves are 20-24" long and 24" wide. The deeply divided, multiple segments are split at the tip and supported on 3-4' stems. Color ranges from light green to silver. Leaf stems have sharp teeth.

Flowers
Bright, yellow, clustered flowers grow close to the stem and are often hidden by the leafs

Fruit
Round, dark brown hard fruit about ½ inch in diameter form in the fall after the flowers retreat

Trunk
Multi-stemmed

Propagation
Information not available.

Landscape usage
good specimen plant for patio or entranceway. If left unkempt, they form attractive shrubs or when planted 3-5 feet apart make nice barriers. When planted in groups they can accent bare corners of yards.

Interesting Facts
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European Fan Palm.
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Summary

Type: Palm
Salt Tolerant:
High
Height: 8-12ft
Spread: 6-10 ft
Growth Rate: N/A
Light: Full sun
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native
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No
Wildlife: N/A


European Fan Palm

For more detailed information on this plant go to:
Volusia Extension

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