Brahea aculeata

Hesper Palm, Rock Palm

Family: Arecaceae Palm


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 11
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Summer
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Specimen
Height 30' to 40' / 9.20m to 12.20m
Spread 6' to 10' / 1.80m to 3.00m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color Black
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Palm
Attributes and features Native to North America