Elaeis guineensis (African Oil Palm) - Image 5

Botanical name: Elaeis guineensis

Common names: African Oil Palm, Jacquin

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryPalm or palm-like plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Elaeis guineensis with dark green palm leaves reaching toward the clear blue sky


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