Washingtonia filifera

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California Fan Palm

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Myrna Dowsett/Sortomme

 

Description

California Fan Palm is the only palm native to CA. It grows to 60' tall and 20' wide. It has light green fronds 3'-6' long. This palm has a gray trunk, ringed with old frond scars. Mature fronds have curved thorns along the margins. Yellow white flowers appear in spring and summer. It prefers full sun, heat and will become drought tolerant once it's established. It will do better with occasional deep watering.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Palm

 

Height Range

40-60'

 

Flower Color

Yellow, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Black

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.