| Common Name | Mexican Blue Palm |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Brahea |
| Species | Armata |
| Origin | Mexico |
| Blooming | Rarely flowers indoors, produces cream-colored panicles in summer outdoors. |
| Leaf Color | Glauca blue-grey |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy mix or cactus/succulent soil blend with high mineral content.
Drought tolerant. Water deeply but infrequently, allow soil to dry completely between waterings.
Full sun outdoors; bright indirect light indoors to prevent scorching of leaves.
Apply balanced palm fertilizer once a year in spring during active growth phase.
Remove dead fronds carefully; avoid cutting green leaves to prevent rot and infection.
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