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Butia capitata

Pindo or Jelly Palm, Yatay

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Janet Hunter/ Steve Georg

 

Description

This slow-growing tree has leaves that vary from bluish gray to green and has round, yellow to orange fruit that is edible and delicious. Arching leaves spread 10'-15' wide; palm can reach 20' tall.

 

Plant Type

Palm

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.