Jelly palm / Pindo palm

Butia odorata

Category:

Palm

Family:

Arecaceae

Zone:

8, 9, 10

Height:

15-20 ft

Width:

10-15’

Growth / Form:

Arching

Light:

Full Sun

Native / Invasive Status:

Non-native (non-invasive)

Pollinator Value:

Moderate

Growth Rate:

Extremely slow

USDA Zones:

8-10

Notes:

Edible fruit; very slow growth

Additional source details:
Foliage: 6-8’ fronds with a bluish cast, arch downward in a long, graceful curve
Flowers: large 4-5’ inflorescence with creamy white flowers
Fruit: 1½” orange, edible
Tolerates: Drought & salt

Description

Edible fruit; very slow growth