Archontophoenix alexandrae

king palm
Mature plants may stand 30F. White flowerstalks, red fruits. Elegant leaves shed cleanly, leaving smooth green trunks.
height 20–30ft
width 10–15ft
tolerates Pots
water
needs
Moderate – High
water
info
Water this plant regularly and deeply, when the surface of the soil has dried. Usually this is once or twice a week in dry weather.
hardy
to
30F
exposure Full Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
fertilizing Palm Fertilizer
origin SE Australia
sunset
zones
22–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Special Interest

Similar to the king palm. Notable difference are that it’s less cold tolerant and has white flowers, instead of amethyst.