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Washingtonia filifera

California Fan Palm

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Robust fan palm from arid California/Mexico regions. Large, circular gray-green leaves with fibrous petioles. Ideal for warm outdoor landscapes requiring full sun exposure.
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Plant Details

Common Name California Fan Palm
Family Arecaceae
Genus Washingtonia
Species Filifera
Origin USA / Mexico
Blooming Dioecious, white flowers in late spring/summer clusters
Leaf Color Gray-green / Silver-blue
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. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water deeply but infrequently, allow soil to dry between sessions.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for optimal growth indoors needs brightest window possible.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release palm fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring/Summer).

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Pruning

Remove only dead/brown fronds. Never cut green leaves; clean trunk fibers manually.

Pest Control Palm Weevil 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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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% 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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Common Problems

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