Serenoa repens

Saw Palmetto

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Native southeastern US fan palm with serrated leaf edges and blue-black berries used medicinally for prostate health.
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Plant Details

Common Name Saw Palmetto
Family Arecaceae
Genus Serenoa
Species Repens
Origin United States
Blooming Dioecious, small creamy flowers in late spring to summer.
Leaf Color Blue-green to grey-green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or peat mix; tolerant of poor soils.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water when top soil is dry, reduce in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade indoors; avoid deep shade.

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Fertilization

Slow-release palm fertilizer in spring and summer only.

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Pruning

Remove dead fronds only. Do not cut green leaves to prevent crown rot.

Pest Control Aphid 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 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 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
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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