Elegant palm which can not be missed. It has a stout trunk with large bluish gray fan shaped palms. It originated in Madagascar. The younger palm retains the base of the leaves on its trunk yet when it grows older the trunk becomes smoother. Growth rate is quick.
Leaves
bluish gray wide fronds
Fruit
Round brown non edible fruit aprox. 1/2 inch in diametter
Care Instructions
full sun, well drained sandy soil.
Aesthetic Combinations
As a single specimen or group together makes a beautiful statement whether in a medium sized yard, in parks, gardens or street road planting.
References
http://bismarckpalm.net/
http://www.palmantics.com/palms/description_bismarckia_nobilis/
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bismarckia
Tags
drought tolerant,