Windmill Palm, Chusan Palm (Trachycarpus fortunei)

Windmill Palm, Chusan Palm
Scientific Name: Trachycarpus fortunei (Hook.) H. Wendl.
Synonym: Trachycarpus takil, Trachycarpus wagnerianus
Family: Arecaceae

Show Larger Picture Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 2-24
USDA: 8-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix to 12°F ( -11°C)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: China, India
Growth Habits: Palm tree to 40 feet tall (12 m)
Propagation: Seeds germinate easily

The palm trees sold as Trachycarpus takil, and T. wagnerianus are attractive smaller forms of the windmill palm.

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