Pygmy Date Palm
Phoenix roebelenii
Palm / Cycad
Pygmy Date Palm is a non-native palm / cycad with moderate water needs. It is valued for compact feather palm with fine-textured fronds and a naturally single stem often sold commercially in multi-trunk groupings. Research supports USDA zones 10a–11. Animal safety remains Not Verified where exact veterinary evidence is unavailable.
Key Facts
SUN
Water REQUIREMENT
Moderate
Mature Size
6–12 ft tall × 6–8 ft wide
growth
foliage
Evergreen
maintenance
Florida native
Not Florida Native
Where It Works
Accent
Specimen
Container
Wildlife
Florida-Friendly
Florida-Friendly & Wildlife
Palm / Cycad; Moderate water.
Pets & Horses
Safety information has not yet been verified for this plant.
dogs
Not Verified
cats
Not Verified
horses
Not Verified
Dog, cat, and horse safety remain Not Verified under the Garden Spot species-specific evidence standard.
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