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Chamaerops humilis
Meditteranean Dwarf Palm
Chamaerops · Arecaceae
Meditteranean Dwarf Palm (Chamaerops humilis) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 6 m high and 3 m spread, with a palm canopy form. Its recorded local performance is somewhat reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Chamaerops
Family
Arecaceae
Common name
Meditteranean Dwarf Palm
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Chamaerops humilis belongs to the Chamaerops genus within the Arecaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Part Shade
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Slow
Mature size
6 m H × 3 m W
Landscape use
Trial
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Chamaerops humilis verified observation photograph — iNaturalist · (c) etrusko25, some rights reserved (CC BY)

