| A genus of palmate, spiny-trunked palms from South America, often occurring in wet
jungle areas. The spines will become roots if they can reach the ground. The leaves are often silvery on the underside. |
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1. C. warscewiczii
Height: 25 feet
Size of Crown: 15 feet |
| Cultural requirements and other comments: This palm definitely
needs protection from sun and wind, and so will do best at higher elevations in Kona. The circular leaves, thin and long
petioles and silver scales on the undersides of the leaves make this a stunning addition to the garden. |
