QUEEN PALM
Scientific Name: Syagrus romanzoffiana (Mart.) Glassman
Common Names: Queen Palm, Cocos Palm
Description:
- This is a majestic and iconic palm tree, often associated with warm, sunny regions.
- Size: It can reach impressive heights of 15-24 meters (50-80 feet) at maturity, making it a towering presence in any landscape.
- Trunk: It has a single, thick, and columnar trunk that can grow up to 2-3 meters (6-10 feet) in diameter. The mature trunk is typically a grayish-brown color and may develop fissures with age.
- Leaves: Crowning the trunk is a beautiful display of large, pinnate leaves.
Uses:
- Ornamental: Primarily valued for its majestic appearance and low-maintenance nature.
- Specimen Plant: This impressive palm often takes center stage as a focal point due to its size and beauty.
- Limited Fruit Production: While technically a date palm, the Syagrus romanzoffiana doesn’t produce fruit of high commercial value.
