Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Arecaceae

Genus:

Borassus

Species:

Borassus flabellifer

USDA Symbol:

BOFL2

Growth Characteristics

Height:

3000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bats

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained sandy or loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid and semi-arid regions

Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

30–180 days

Notes:

Seeds require scarification and warm, moist conditions; germination is slow and erratic.