Brahea edulis

Guadalupe Palm

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Common Name: 

Guadalupe Palm

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green Blue

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

1065 cm

Maximum width: 

305 cm

Guadalupe Palm (Brahea edulis) - Description

B. edulis is native to Guadalupe Island off Baja California. It is similar to B. armata, but it's leaves are light green, bearing flowers that are less conspicuous. It grows more slowly, eventually reaching heights of 30 feet tall, and 15 feet wide.

Guadalupe Palm (Brahea edulis) - Blooming

In summer, small cream or yellow bell-shaped, 3-petaled flowers will appear.

Guadalupe Palm (Brahea edulis) - Growth

Single stemmed palms. Does best with full sun. Some species are hardy to 26F/-3C and can reach 40 ft. tall. In less hardy areas, raise young palms indoors, as houseplants or in a temperate greenhouse.

Guadalupe Palm (Brahea edulis) - Planting

In spring, sow seeds at 73-81F (23-27C).

Guadalupe Palm (Brahea edulis) - Pest

Spider mites and scale insects may cause problems. Other issues include butt rot, false smut, and anthracnose.

Guadalupe Palm (Brahea edulis) - Interesting facts

There are 16 species of Brahea, grown mainly for their foliage.

Guadalupe Palm (Brahea edulis) - Soil and irrigation

Needs water in the summer when grown in desert climates. Does best in well-drained soil, but will tolerate poor, dry soil. Can also withstand short periods at 32°F (0°C). Water freely during the growing season, moderately in winter.

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