| Common Name | Canary Island Date Palm |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Phoenix |
| Species | Canariensis |
| Origin | Canary Islands |
| Blooming | Dioecious, produces orange date-like fruits on female plants in autumn. |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green to dark green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining loamy soil or cactus mix with perlite; slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Water deeply but infrequently; allow topsoil to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter dormancy.
Full sun preferred outdoors. Indoors requires bright indirect light; direct winter sun is beneficial.
Apply balanced palm fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring-Sept); avoid excess nitrogen.
Remove dead or brown fronds carefully at the trunk base; never cut healthy green tissue.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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