Syagrus

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At-A-Glance Information

Queen Palm grows best in zones 12, 13, 15-17, 19-24, H1 and H2 (to find your zone, click here: Zone Map).

Syagrus species and varietals

Syagrus coronata (Ouricury Palm, Aricuri Palm, Licuri Palm)
This species is native to eastern areas of Brazil and can reach between 10 and 40 feet tall when mature. Leaves are somewhat feathery and flowers are bright yellow. These trees produce fruit for most of the year. Wax harvested from these trees is called Ouricury Wax, and is similar to Carnauba Wax.

Syagrus oleracea (Palmito Amargo, Guariroba, Catole, Coco-Babao, Coco-Amargoso, Coqueiro Amargoso)
This species of palm is tall and elengant, with a slender trunk and arching, feathery leaves. They can reach up to 70 feet tall and produce leaves up to 10 feet long. Flowers bloom in clusters in springtime and are followed by yellowish-green fruits. The Guariroba heart of palm is considered a delicacy in the plant's native range, and trees are commonly used in public squares and flower beds.

Syagrus pseudococos (Coco Verde, Coco-Amargoso, Peririma)
This species of Palm is native to tropical rainforests in eastern Brazil and can reach over 50 feet tall. These trees grow best in well-draining soil,

Syagrus romanzoffiana (Arecastrum romanzoffianum) (Queen Palm, Cocos Palm, Jeriva)
These palms are native to Brazil, and need full sun and regular water. They have straight trunks and arching bright green leaves that are susceptible to breakage during high winds. Queen Palms can produce decorative fruits and are hardy down to 25 degrees Fahrenheit.

Syagrus weddelliana (Miniature Coconut Palm. Weddell's Palm)
This species is small, only reaching about 6 feet tall (exceptionally 10 feet) and produces small edible fruits that look and taste very similar to coconuts. These palms are native to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where they grow in rainforested areas. Prefers constantly moist but not soggy soils.