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Jelly Palm

 

Scientific name: Butia capitata

 

AKA: Pindo Palm

 

Appearance: The feather shaped leaves on the jelly palm tree are lighter green in color then most palms and arch inwards towards its thick trunk. A Pindo Palm's mature height is around 20 feet. 

 

Fruit: The Jelly Palm produces small, round, fleshy orange fruits, but very bland in flavor. The fruits, if used, are generally used to make jelly.

 

Growing: Pindo Palms are slow growers and can live in partial shade to full sun. They have a high tolerance to drought and salt. Easy maintenance. 

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