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Phoenix reclinata: Senegal Date Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, Andrew K. Koeser, Deborah R. Hilbert, and Drew C. McLean

Phoenix canariensis: Canary Island Date Palm

Timothy Broschat andTimothy K. Broschat
Other Contacts: Mica F. McMillan

Caryota mitis: Fishtail Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Deborah Hilbert, Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan Klein, Andrew Koeser, Deborah R. Hilbert, andDrew C. McLean

Thrinax morrisii: Key Thatch Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Deborah Hilbert, Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan Klein, Andrew Koeser, Deborah R. Hilbert, andDrew C. McLean

Roystonea regia: Royal Palm

T. K. Broschat

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Syagrus romanzoffiana: Queen Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Urban Water

Washingtonia filifera: Desert Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Washingtonia robusta: Mexican Fan Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Urban Water

Sabal palmetto: Sabal or Cabbage Palm

T. K. Broschat

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Urban Water

Phoenix dactylifera, Date Palm

Melissa H. Friedman, Michael G. Andreu, Heather V. Quintana, and Mary McKenzie

This document provides an overview of the date palm (Phoenix dactylifera), detailing its taxonomy, description, and applications. Native to North Africa or the Middle East, this palm thrives in dry climates and can grow up to 80 feet tall. It produces edible fruits called dates, which have been a staple food source for over a millennium. The article also discusses the horticultural uses of date palms, their growth requirements, and their susceptibility to diseases like lethal yellowing. Additionally, it highlights the allergenic potential of male trees due to airborne pollen. Original publication date May 2010.

Phoenix roebelenii: Pygmy Date Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Coccothrinax argentata: Silverpalm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Hyophorbe lagenicaulis, Bottle Palm

Melissa H. Friedman, Michael G. Andreu, Heather V. Quintana, and Mary McKenzie

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Wodyetia bifurcata, Foxtail Palm

Mary McKenzie, Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, and Heather V. Quintana

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Phoenix sylvestris, Wild Date Palm

Robert J. Northrop, Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, Mary McKenzie, and Heather V. Quintana

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Butia odorata: Pindo Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Latania loddigesii: Blue Latan Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Livistona decipiens, Ribbon Fan Palm

Mary McKenzie, Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, and Heather V. Quintana

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Bismarckia nobilis: Bismarck Palm

Timothy K. Broschat

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Urban Water

Hyophorbe verschaffeltii, Spindle Palm

Melissa H. Friedman, Michael G. Andreu, Heather V. Quintana, and Mary McKenzie

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Dypsis lutescens: Yellow Butterfly Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Dypsis lutescens, Areca Palm

Melissa H. Friedman, Michael G. Andreu, Heather V. Quintana, and Mary McKenzie

This document provides an overview of the Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens), detailing its taxonomy, common names, and physical characteristics. Native to eastern Madagascar, this palm is endangered in its natural habitat but widely cultivated in Florida and the United States. It thrives in well-drained soils with ample water and can grow up to 35 feet tall. The article also discusses its horticultural applications, including its use as a landscape accent and natural fence, and offers care recommendations such as planting during the rainy season and regular fertilization to maintain its green color. Original publication date May 2010.

Adonidia merrillii: Christmas Palm

Timothy K. Broschat

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii: Paurotis Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Livistona chinensis: Chinese Fan Palm

Timothy K. Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Dypsis decaryi, Triangle Palm

Heather V. Quintana, Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, and Mary McKenzie

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Ptychosperma elegans, Solitaire Palm

Heather V. Quintana, Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, and Mary McKenzie

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Carpentaria acuminata: Carpentaria Palm

Edward F. Gilman and Dennis G. Watson

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.

Howea forsteriana: Kentia Palm

Samar Shawaqfeh, Timothy Broschat, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. Published by Plant Systems

Ptychosperma macarthurii: Macarthur Palm

Edward F. Gilman, Dennis G. Watson, Ryan W. Klein, and Deborah R. Hilbert

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID.