Roystonea regia: Royal Palm

The royal palm is a large majestic palm that is native to south Florida and Cuba. It is considered cold hardy to about 28°F or USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 10A. This species quickly grows to heights of 50–70 ft., with a spread of 20–25 ft., and has a smooth light gray trunk up to 2 ft. in diameter. It...

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Main Author: Timothy K. Broschat
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2014-06-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/131573
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Summary:The royal palm is a large majestic palm that is native to south Florida and Cuba. It is considered cold hardy to about 28°F or USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 10A. This species quickly grows to heights of 50–70 ft., with a spread of 20–25 ft., and has a smooth light gray trunk up to 2 ft. in diameter. It is ideal for landscaping streets, parks, and commercial properties, but becomes too large for typical residential landscapes. This revised 4-page fact sheet was written by T.K. Broschat and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2014. ENH-732/ST574: Roystonea regia: Royal Palm (ufl.edu)
ISSN:2576-0009