Washingtonia robusta
Mexican Fan Palm









Immense, fan-shaped palm leaves weep when mature. Old leaves drop off the trunk to leave a distinctive criss-cross scarring on the trunk. The palm stems bear vicious, curved barbs which are a feature, but to be wary of. A hardy palm for temperate regions.
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Taxonomy and Etymology
Genus: Washingtonia
Species: Washingtonia robusta, rōbusta (Latin, adjective), meaning 'robust, strong', in reference to the species' hardy and adaptable characteristics.
Common Name: Mexican Fan Palm
Description and Features
Description: Immense, fan-shaped palm leaves weep when mature. Old leaves drop off the trunk to leave a distinctive criss-cross scarring on the trunk. The palm stems bear vicious, curved barbs which are a feature, but to be wary of. A hardy palm for temperate regions.
Height: 4m
Width: 2m
Winter Foliage: Evergreen
Origin: Exotic
Foliage:
Summer: Green
Autumn: Green
Winter: Green
Spring: Green