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coconut palm

coconut palm

Cocos nucifera

tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 11aZone 12b

A tall, iconic tropical palm tree that produces large coconuts and feathery fronds. It requires warm climate conditions and grows best in coastal or tropical regions.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
50–60′ tall × 15–25′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

moderate

Flood Tolerance

moderate
Zone 11aZone 12b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 11a to Zone 12b

pH Range

48
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4 to 8

Soil Texture

Coarse, Medium, Fine

Seasonality

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SummerFallWinter

Succession Role

pioneer

Native to the United States

Native Range

Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands

Native to: Hawaii

Function & Care

biomass/mulchediblefiberwildlife benefitwindbreak

Edible Parts

nutfruitsapflower

Establishment & Care

Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Years to Bearing
6 years
Propagation
seed