California fan palm

California fan palm

Washingtonia filifera

Also known as: Washingtonia filifère, Palmier à jupons, Palmier de Californie · California Fan Palm · Desert Palm · California fan palm · Washingtonia de Castilla

ArecaceaeGenus: Washingtonia
🔬 GBIF

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📋 About California fan palm

Washingtonia filifera, commonly known as the California fan palm, cotton palm or desert fan palm, is a flowering plant in the family Arecaceae, native to the far southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It typically grows 30–50 feet (9–15 m) tall and 1–2 feet (0.3–0.6 m) wide, with a sturdy, columnar trunk and waxy, fan-shaped (palmate) leaves. As a monocot, it is evergreen and exhibits a tree-like growth habit.

🏷️ Common Names for California fan palm

This plant is known by many names around the world. Whether you're searching for "Washingtonia filifère, Palmier à jupons, Palmier de Californie" or "California Fan Palm", they all refer to the same species.

Washingtonia filifère, Palmier à jupons, Palmier de CalifornieCalifornia Fan PalmDesert PalmCalifornia fan palmWashingtonia de Castillapalmier évantail de Californie

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🔬 Plant Classification

Kingdom

Plantae

Family

Arecaceae

Genus

Washingtonia

Species

Washingtonia filifera

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is California fan palm?+
Washingtonia filifera, commonly known as the California fan palm, cotton palm or desert fan palm, is a flowering plant in the family Arecaceae, native to the far southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It typically grows 30–50 feet (9–15 m) tall and 1–2 feet (0.3–0.6 m) wide, with a stur…
What is the scientific name of California fan palm?+
The accepted scientific name of California fan palm is Washingtonia filifera, belonging to the family Arecaceae.
What family does California fan palm belong to?+
California fan palm belongs to the Arecaceae family and the genus Washingtonia. This classification is based on data from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF).
How do I care for California fan palm?+
Caring for California fan palm starts with understanding its native environment. Water when the top soil feels dry, provide appropriate light based on its natural habitat, and ensure good drainage. The Greeny Corner app provides personalised watering reminders for California fan palm.
Is California fan palm safe for pets?+
Toxicity information for California fan palm is not fully documented. As a precaution, keep plants out of reach of pets and children. Consult a veterinarian if your pet ingests any plant material.
What are other names for California fan palm?+
California fan palm is also known as: Washingtonia filifère, Palmier à jupons, Palmier de Californie, California Fan Palm, Desert Palm, California fan palm, Washingtonia de Castilla, palmier évantail de Californie.

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