| The gigantic palms of this genus are better known as Royal Palms. They have a
distinctively tall, solitary trunk with a prominent crownshaft and large crown of pinnate leaves. Roystonea come
from variable habitats in Central and South America. They have become popular and commonly used in the landscape industry due to
their stately appearance. |
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1. R. oleracea (Royal Palm, Cuban Royal Palm)
Height: 100-300 feet
Size of Crown: 25 feet |
| Cultural requirements and other comments: This palm can be found
growing naturally in the rainforests of Venezuela and Colombia. R. oleracea will grow well in full sun with plenty
of water and additional feedings or mulching. These palms are commonly used to define long driveways or to create a dramatic
effect in landscapes. |
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2. R. regia (Royal Palm)
Height: 100 feet
Size of Crown: 20 feet |
| Cultural requirements and other comments: Because this palm
grows in nearly pure limestone in habitat, it does best in humus-laden soil with mulch. Very similar to R. oleracea, R.
regia can be distinguished by its slightly less swollen trunk and plumose leaves that drop down partially obscuring the
crownshaft of the plant (the leaves of R. oleracea are held above the crownshaft). |
