Cryosophila stauracantha (Rootspine Palm) - Image 1

Botanical names: Cryosophila stauracantha, Cryosophila argentea, Cryosophila bifurcata

Common name: Rootspine Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyThorny or spinyPalm or palm-like plant
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Cryosophila stauracantha (Rootspine Palm) with gray trunk and black sharp spines on plant close up.
Cryosophila stauracantha (Rootspine Palm) trunk covered in long, sharp black spines pointing outward in many directions.
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