Attalea cephalotus (Shapaja)

Attalea cephalotus (Shapaja) palm with long green fronds and clusters of golden yellow fruit
Attalea cephalotus (Shapaja) palm tall trunk with sweeping green fronds and clustered golden fruit

Botanical names: Attalea cephalotus, Scheelea cephalotes

Common names: Shapaja, American Oil Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: South America

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: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens

A very large solitary palm with big leaves in which all the leaflets are arranged in one plane. Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings.

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