SILVERSTER KING DATE PALM

Scientific Name: Phoenix sylvestris Roxb.

Common Names: Silver Date Palm, Silver Sylvester Palm, King Date Palm

Description:

• This palm is a popular choice for landscapes due to its attractive appearance and adaptability.
• Size: It can reach impressive heights of 10-15 meters (33-50 feet) at maturity.
• Trunk: The trunk is typically single, sturdy, and relatively straight, with a grayish-brown color.
• Leaves: The defining feature is the foliage. The leaves are pinnate, meaning they have leaflets arranged on either side of a central rachis.

Uses:

• Ornamental: Primarily valued for its attractive silvery foliage and overall majestic appearance.
• Limited Fruit Production: It does produce small, orange-red dates.