Phoenix dactylifera 'Mazafati'
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An evergreen palm tree unlikely to reach 8m in the UK, with a mature spread of 5m. It produces edible dates of medium size, dark in colour. They are quicker to reach fruiting maturity, than other varieties. The leaves are 2m long, dark green, with many paired leaflets
Scientific classification
- Species
- Phoenix dactylifera 'Mazafati' (Phoenix dactylifera 'Mazafati')
- Genus
- Phoenix
- Family
- Arecaceae
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- Toxicity
- Palms
- Plant type
- 8-12 metres
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Phoenix dactylifera 'Mazafati' pictures
Distribution of Phoenix dactylifera 'Mazafati'
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Phoenix dactylifera 'Mazafati'
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Phoenix dactylifera 'Mazafati' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed.
Growing
GrowingGrow in a sheltered location, away from frost in any moisture-retentive but well-drained soil, in full sun
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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