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Growing Info

Scarification: soak in warm water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Other: Germination takes place in 30-90 days, but even under good conditions germination may be erratic and take longer.|Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +).

Native to: Andaman Is., Assam, Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, West Himalaya

Introduced to: China Southeast, Leeward Is., Mauritius, Puerto Rico, Sri Lanka

Native

Introduced

Phoenix sylvestrisPhoenix sylvestris

Silver Date Palm, Wild Date Palm

In Stock: 10 lb (Total:10lb)

Phoenix sylvestris

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Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

1,733

Quantity:

10 lb

Collected in:

Pakistan

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1836017

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: soak in warm water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Other: Germination takes place in 30-90 days, but even under good conditions germination may be erratic and take longer.|Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +).

Native to: Andaman Is., Assam, Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, West Himalaya

Introduced to: China Southeast, Leeward Is., Mauritius, Puerto Rico, Sri Lanka

Native

Introduced

Phoenix sylvestris, also known as Silver Date Palm or Wild Date Palm, is a remarkable addition to any landscape, offering both beauty and utility. Native to Southern Pakistan and India, this palm thrives in plains and scrublands, even in regions prone to seasonal flooding. Despite its slow growth rate of 1-3 feet per year, Phoenix sylvestris can reach up to 50 feet tall, with its trunk displaying a striking diamond pattern from leaf scars.

One of its unique features is its adaptability; Silver Date Palm tolerates temperatures down to 15°F and flourishes in full sun. Its pinnately compound, blue-green leaves can extend to 10 feet, creating a stunning visual as they fan out flatly. Landscapers favor this versatile palm for its low maintenance and striking appearance, often featuring it on golf courses, luxury homes, and street sides from Georgia to Oregon.

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Phoenix sylvestris offers practical uses. The sap can be tapped and fermented into toddy, while the fruit is crafted into wine or jelly. The leaves, versatile in their own right, are employed in mat and bag production. Easy to care for, it only requires occasional trimming and a good palm fertilizer twice a year. Its appeal is further enhanced by its resistance to pests like the weevil, unlike its larger cousin, Canary Island Date Palm.

Whether you're looking to add an exotic touch to your home or a dramatic centerpiece to commercial landscapes, Silver Date Palm stands out with grace and resilience, making it an increasingly popular choice among landscape professionals.