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Washingtonia filifera
Desert Fan Palm
Washingtonia · Arecaceae
Desert Fan Palm (Washingtonia filifera) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 15 m high and 5 m spread, with a palm canopy form. Its recorded local performance is very 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
Washingtonia
Family
Arecaceae
Common name
Desert Fan Palm
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Washingtonia filifera belongs to the Washingtonia 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
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
15 m H × 5 m W
Landscape use
Maintain current usage
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Washingtonia filifera verified observation photograph — iNaturalist · no rights reserved