Phoenix canariensis Seeds | Canary Island Date Palm
LATIN NAME: Phoenix canariensis
COMMON NAME: Canary Island Date Palm, Canary Palm, Pineapple Palm
Plant Profile
A distinctive member of its genus, Canary Island Date Palm (Phoenix canariensis) is a tall, evergreen palm in the palm family, native to canary islands off coast of northwestern Africa. The Canary Island date palm is a majestic and stately palm of warm coasts, and its great crown of arching fronds has made it one of the most planted of the ornamental palms. It is a species of palm family, native to the Canary Islands off coast of northwestern Africa, and it is a relative of true date palm, while it is grown around warm world as a majestic ornamental. Given room and time, it reaches roughly Twenty metres. Pollinating insects take to the flowers at once, adding a little wildlife interest to its garden value. For the small amount of care it requires, the return is remarkable.
Science & Biotechnology
Phoenix canariensis sits in the palm family, a group that keeps botanists, horticulturists and plant breeders busy with questions of classification, adaptation and ornamental potential. Species has also been studied in botany, since it is a member of palm family, and its classification and its relationships with date palms have been examined. It is the kind of species that plant scientists reach for when they need reliable material for propagation and selection studies.
Uses & Benefits
Canary Island Date Palm works well in borders, containers and dedicated beds. Ecologically, the Canary Island date palm is a majestic palm of warm coasts. Its great crown gives shade and shelter, and its flowers and fruits feed birds and insects, while it is a stately presence on promenades and in gardens of warm world. Once it has its roots down, it more or less looks after itself.
The date palm’s fruit is an ancient energy food rich in fiber, potassium and polyphenols, and date sap and seed all find traditional use; it is one of the oldest cultivated trees.
Growing from Seed
Sow fresh seed of Canary Island Date Palm under ordinary good conditions. Sow evenly over the surface and cover lightly into a loose, well-drained seed compost, water in gently, and keep the sowing in bright light with steady moisture. Transplant the sturdiest seedlings to their permanent spots and let them develop without disturbance.
Our Take
As a tall, evergreen palm, it settles into a routine quickly once established. Canary Island Date Palm, Canary Palm, Pineapple Palm is the kind of plant that rewards a permanent spot. Start with fresh seed, keep it evenly moist, and the plant does the rest itself.
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