Roystonea venezuelana

South American Royal Palm

Family: Arecaceae Palm


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Specimen, street tree
Height 50' to 75' / 15.20m to 22.80m
Spread 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Bloom attributes Fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Black, purple
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Palm, upright or erect