Phoenix dactylifera (Date Palm) - Image 33

Botanical name: Phoenix dactylifera

Common name: Date Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Middle East

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Large tree taller than 20 ftPlant form: Large tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
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Phoenix dactylifera (Date Palm) with heavy orange fruit clusters hanging on yellow stems close up
Phoenix dactylifera (Date Palm) with clusters of orange fruit hanging from thick yellow stems
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