Royal Palm Plant

A stately ornamental palm often seen in grand avenues and tropical gardens. Its tall stature and uniform canopy make it an iconic feature.                       Thriving in full sun, the Royal Palm requires minimal care once established and adds a regal touch to any landscape.

Habit

Palm

Height

15-30 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, sandy

Shade

Full sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Caribbean, Florida

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20-35°C

Humidity (%)

50-80%

Potting media

Field soil

Fertilizers

Palm-specific fertilizer

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

20-50 kg

Flowering Time

Seasonal

Soil Ph level

5.5 - 7.5

Water Ph level

5.5 - 7.5

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Ornamental

NPK ratio 

10:05:10

life Span

50-100 years

Health Benefits

Shade provider, landscaping

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

40% peat moss, 30% perlite, 30% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize quarterly with organic fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

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Common Diseases

Root rot, Powdery mildew, Leaf spot, Aphids. 

Symptoms

Yellowing, black or brown spots on leaves, powdery coating, wilting

Organic Remedies

Neem oil, baking soda solution, garlic spray, compost tea

In-Organic Remedies

Copper fungicides, insecticidal soap, horticultural oil

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

Roots

· Used as a diuretic and to treat diabetes

· Added to tifey, a Haitian drink, by Cubans of Haitian origin

Fruit

· The fruit pericarp contains minerals, including potassium, calcium, magnesium, and iron

· The fruit pericarp also contains phytochemicals, including tannins, saponins, cardiac glycosides, alkaloids, phenolics, and flavonoids

Seeds

· Used as a source of oil

• The oil contains fatty acids, including palmitoleic, oleic, and linoleic, which are beneficial for health.