Butia capitata
Jelly Palm
Description
A reliable and tough palm capable of handling practically anything New Zealand conditions can throw at it. Colours vary from green to grey to a rather striking blue.
Origin
South-eastern Brazil down to borders with Uruguay
Form and size
Solitary, stout with trunk to c.5m. Plants vary from green to blue and almost silver.
Preferred habitat
Outdoors in full sun. Grows well in all but the very coldest parts of New Zealand.
Growth rate
SlowRate
Outdoors
Yes
Indoors
No
Wind
Excellent tolerance
Sea winds
Very good tolerance
Sun
Excellent tolerance
Dryness
Very good tolerance
Frost
To -12°C
Sizes and Prices
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