Chilean wine palm (Jubaea chilensis)
Also known as: Syrup palm
The Chilean wine palm (Jubaea chilensis) is a slow-growing, evergreen species that usually reaches heights of 20 to 25 meters. It has an exceptionally thick trunk, measuring about 91 cm in diameter, making it the largest among palm trees. In summer, mature palms produce clusters of purple and yellow flowers. Following the blooming season, the palm bears large clusters of yellow fruits with a soft, coconut-like pulp. These trees are known for their longevity, often living for several hundred years.
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Attributes of Chilean wine palm
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
15 m to 18 m
Spread
6 m to 8 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
Small, about 1-2 centimeters (0.4-0.8 inches)
Flower Color
Yellow Purple Red
Images of Chilean wine palm
Quickly Identify Chilean wine palm
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Robust gray trunk, 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) in diameter at base, towering up to 80 feet (24 meters).
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Pinnate gray-green leaves, 8-12 feet (2.4-3.7 meters) long, resembling coconut in taste.
Scientific Classification of Chilean wine palm
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Arecales
Family
Palm
Genus
Jubaea
Species
Chilean wine palm
