Parajubaea torallyi
A palm tree, to 25m high in its native range, though often smaller in cultivation, with a fibrous trunk and a crown of arching leaves to 5m long, divided into narrow, leathery leaflets. On mature trees, pendent clusters of small orange flowers in summer are followed by brown, nut-like fruits
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Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Arecaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Spreading branched
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Bolivia
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in rich but well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered spot; this species is deep rooted and not well suited to container growing, but may be planted out in the warmest regions of the UK, where protection from strong winds and from frosts will be required. May be tolerant to -3°C for short spells once established
Propagation
Propagate by seed, sown as soon as ripe, though germination can be erratic and take many months
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Sub-tropical
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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