Washingtonia filifera |
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California Fan Palm |
Description
California Fan Palm is the only palm native to CA. It populates the areas along the San Andreas Fault where water has seeped to the surface and formed springs. It grows to 60' tall and 20' wide. It has light green fronds 3'-6' long. One of the most common uses of the palms fronds by Native Californians were in forming housing and hatched ramadas. Fronds and frond fiber were also used to make sandals, cordage, nets and mats.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Palm
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
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Design Styles
Tropical
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
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Location Uses
Lawn, Parking Strip
Special Uses
Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
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Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.