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coconut palm
Cocos nucifera
tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water
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
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
moderate
Flood Tolerance
moderate
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 11a to Zone 12bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4 to 8Soil Texture
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
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation