Hyphaene sp. (Hyphaene)

Hyphaene sp. with green fan leaves and hanging brown fruit clusters on tree.
Hyphaene sp. with fan foliage and large clusters of round brown fruit hanging.

Botanical name: Hyphaene sp.

Common name: Hyphaene

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Kenya

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

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: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens

The only palm in the world with a branched trunk. Seen along rivers at Samburu, Kenya.

Similar plants: Hyphaene sp. (Hyphaene)



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