Phoenix dactylifera

Date Palm

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Tall palm with pinnate leaves, native to arid regions of North Africa and the Middle East. Cultivated for sweet dates and ornamental indoor use.
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Plant Details

Common Name Date Palm
Family Arecaceae
Genus Phoenix
Species Dactylifera
Origin North Africa / Middle East
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors; dioecious, summer flowering in native habitat.
Leaf Color Grey-green to silvery green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or cactus mix with perlite

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Watering

Deep watering when top inch of soil is dry. Reduce frequency in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Thrives in full sun, indoors requires bright indirect light near south window

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Remove only dead or yellowing fronds at the base, avoid cutting green leaves.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

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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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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