| Climate Zone | 10a |
| Min Temp | 30 to 35 F / -1 to 2 C |
| Leaf Type | Costapalmate |
| Height | 26 Ft / 8 M |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Conservation Status |
Endangered
|
Latania loddigesii
Blue Latan Palm
Sizes
- 3 gallon
About Latania loddigesii
This species is a solitary palm with a thick pale gray trunk topped with a crown of thick, stiff, silvery blue fan shaped leaves. The leaves are covered with dense, wooly tomentum on the underside. The petiole is smooth and armed with sharp teeth near its base. Fruit is oblong and green to brown as it ripens.
Cultivation Tips
Select a location that receives full sun to partial shade Plant in fertile, well-drained soil. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize every month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
