Puerto Rico Silver Palm
Coccothrinax barbadensis
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Arecaceae
- Genus:
- Coccothrinax
- Species:
- Coccothrinax barbadensis
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Tree
- Height:
- 12-20 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- white
Native Range
United States: Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to coastal areas with saline influence
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seeds (with fruit) were soaked in water for up to a week
Establishment: Tyre Palm is found in the west-end hills, Analy Bay and estate St. John on St. Croix. In St Thomas, it is found in northern coastal forests up nearly 1500 ft. It is also found on southern facing slopes at higher altitudes.
Source: npn.rngr.net