Aiphanes minima (Macaw Palm)

Aiphanes minima (Macaw Palm) grey trunk with many long sharp black spines on tree
Aiphanes minima (Macaw Palm) showing a grey trunk covered in long, sharp black protective spines.

Botanical names: Aiphanes minima, Bactris minima

Common name: Macaw Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Caribbean

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyThorny or spinyEdible plantPalm or palm-like plant

Similar plants: Aiphanes minima (Macaw Palm)


Aiphanes minima (Macaw Palm) tan trunk with sharp black spines in a close up.
Aiphanes minima (Macaw Palm) trunk covered in numerous long sharp black spines for natural protection.
Aiphanes minima (Macaw Palm) green plant with textured trunk and wide spreading palm leaves
Aiphanes minima (Macaw Palm) showing trunk with sharp spines and deep green feathery fronds


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