Indian Date Palm Plant
Phoenix sylvestris, or Wild Date Palm, is a hardy tree growing 12-15m, prefers sandy, well-drained soil, full sun, and has edible fruits with medicinal benefits.
Habit
Tree
Height
5 to 8 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Sandy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Desert-like
Temperature (°)
25°C to 35°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 60%
Potting media
40% Loam, 30% Sand, 30% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Infrequent watering
Plant Weight
8 to 15 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.5 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.5 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.6 to 1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
25 to 40 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
15 to 25 years
Health Benefits
Energy Boost, High in Fiber
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
60% sand, 25% loam, 15% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize with organic compost every 3 months.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Scale Insects, Red Palm Mite, Aphids.
Brown/black spots on leaves, Yellowing, wilting of plants, Waxy bumps on leaves and stems, Red dots on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves.
Prune affected leaves, apply neem oil, Improve soil drainage, reduce watering.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Insecticides like acephate, Miticides like abamectin, Imidacloprid-based insecticides.