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Summaryedit DescriptionAPI English: Rio Grande palmetto in Jardin des plantes de Montpellier Français : Sabal mexicana au Jardin des plantes de Montpellier Polski: Sabal mexicana w Jardin des plantes de Montpellier Date 28 July 2016, 13:34:37 Source Own work Author Krzysztof Golik Camera location 43° 36′ 49.18″ N, 3° 52′ 21.99″ E View all coordinates using: OpenStreetMap - Google Earth 43.613661; 3.872776
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Author:Whitney Cranshaw, Colorado State University, United States
Source:http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sabal_mexicana_1.jpg
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Author:Whitney Cranshaw, Colorado State University, United States
Source:http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sabal_mexicana_2.jpg
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Sabal mexicana

Mexican Palmeto, Rio Grande Palmetto, Texas Palmetto

  • Sabal mexicana

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Details

Min. hardiness zone:
8
Inventory ID:
5579

Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in cold water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days
Germination
Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Introducing the majestic Sabal mexicana, also known as Mexican Palmetto, Rio Grande Palmetto, and Texas Palmetto. This stunning palm tree can reach a height of up to 18 meters and has fan-shaped fronds that can grow to be 1.8 meters wide. The trunk can reach up to 15 meters in length and 30 cm in diameter. The drupes of this tree are black and have a diameter of 12 mm. The leaves of the Sabal mexicana are commonly used for making baskets, chair seats or thatch. This palm tree is drought tolerant, can withstand hardiness to USDA Zone 8, and is a popular ornamental in landscapes due to its robust and stately form. The wood from this tree is also resilient and is often used in wharf pilings and fence posts. Sabal mexicana is native to North America and is found along the Gulf and Pacific coasts, as well as in Mexico and Central America. Bring the beauty and resilience of the Sabal mexicana into your landscape today!

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