Butia capitata (Pindo) - Image 2

Botanical names: Butia capitata, Cocos capitata, Butia pulposa, Syagrus capitata

Common names: Pindo, Jelly Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Brazil

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeShadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryEdible plantPalm or palm-like plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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Butia capitata (Pindo) palm blue-green leaves tree with arching fronds reaching toward ground level.
Butia capitata (Pindo) palm trunk curves near ground level with long arching blue-green foliage segments.
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