dwarf palmetto
Also known as: dwarf palmetto; scrub palmetto
A very slow-growing palm to a height of up to 3m, with green palmate leaves. The leaves apprear to come from underground as the trunk remains underground when young. A short trunk can develop later. This adds to its hardiness. The whiteish-green flowers are fragrant
Scientific classification
- Species
- dwarf palmetto (Sabal minor)
- Genus
- Sabal
- Family
- Arecaceae
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- Toxicity
- Palms
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade · Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of dwarf palmetto
Distribution map
Southern Oklahoma to Southeastern USA
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of dwarf palmetto
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dwarf palmetto care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Partial shade · Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed
Growing
GrowingOnly puts growth on in temeperatures over 28°C, but tolerates winter temperatures of down to -20°C. Grow in moist neutral to alkaline soil in part shade or sun
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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