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Royal Palm (Roystonea regia) growing in South Florida
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Royal Palm — South Florida Plant Guide

Roystonea regia

Family: Arecaceae · Palm

Usos no Paisagismo

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Tags de Estilo

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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full Sun

Requisitos de Água

Moderate4/10

Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.

Requires regular irrigation during establishment (18-24 months). Once established, moderate drought tolerance — irrigation 1-2x per week during dry season. Do not allow chronic standing water at trunk base.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: 8-2-12-4Mg slow-release palm special (IFAS recommended)

Schedule: April and August. Palm special 8-2-12-4Mg.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (6/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
5080 ft
Largura Madura
1015 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
fast
Demanda de Água
4/10
Grau Florida
Florida
Custo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
6/10

Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Royal Palm grow in South Florida?

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

Is Royal Palm safe for pets?

Yes, Royal Palm is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats per ASPCA database.

How much water does Royal Palm need in South Florida?

Moderate water needs (4/10). Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.

Can Royal Palm tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Royal Palm has moderate salt tolerance (6/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Royal Palm available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Royal Palm is classified as: allowed. Florida native — protected under Florida-Friendly Landscaping law.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Florida native — protected under Florida-Friendly Landscaping law. Preferred species for Miami-Dade boulevard and median projects.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Preferred boulevard species. No restrictions.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Palm Beach County

Protected

Heritage tree protections apply at large specimens. New plantings allowed.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Preferred for formal landscape projects in Naples.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Best in protected inland Keys locations.

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

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