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King Palm

King Palm

Archontophoenix cunninghamiana

tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 10aZone 12b

A tropical palm tree with an elegant single trunk and feathery green fronds that creates a lush, tropical appearance. Best grown in warm climates and makes an excellent specimen or landscape plant.

Overview

Form
Single trunk with feathery pinnate fronds
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
30–40′ tall × 15–25′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

low
Zone 10aZone 12b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 10a to Zone 12b

pH Range

5.57.5
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5.5 to 7.5

Seasonality

Season of Interest

SpringSummerFallWinter

Canopy

The tallest trees that form the overstory.

Sub-canopy

Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.

Succession Role

mid successional

Native Range

Australia

Function & Care

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed

Companion Planting

Plants well with