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Alexandra Palm (Archontophoenix alexandrae) growing in South Florida
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Alexandra Palm — South Florida Plant Guide

Archontophoenix alexandrae

Family: Arecaceae · Palm

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Alexandra Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water needs during establishment (first 2 years). Once established, tolerates South Florida rainfall patterns. Supplement during extended dry spells. Avoid water logging — good drainage essential.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Palm fertilizer 8-2-12-4Mg slow-release granular. Essential in South Florida's poor soils.

Schedule: February, May, October with palm specialty fertilizer.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
4070 ft
Ancho Maduro
1015 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
moderate
Demanda de Agua
3/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
6/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Alexandra Palm grow in South Florida?

Alexandra Palm has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Alexandra Palm safe for pets?

Yes, Alexandra Palm is considered pet-safe. No known toxicity to pets.

How much water does Alexandra Palm need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Alexandra Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Alexandra Palm tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Alexandra Palm has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Alexandra Palm available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Alexandra Palm is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Non-restricted.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Fort Lauderdale and surrounding HOA communities.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Zone 10a cold sensitivity means cold protection may be needed in western Palm Beach County.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Used in Naples area landscapes but less common than in Miami-Dade.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Low salt tolerance limits coastal Keys exposure sites.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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