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Phoenix theophrastii Golkoy
A small date palm from Turkey, with silvery grey leaves, cold- and damp-resistant. -12°C (10°F). Buy it online in 3-litre pots.
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Common name of Phoenix theophrastii Golkoy
Turkish date palm
Origin of Phoenix theophrastii Golkoy
Discovered in Turkey in 1967, it is one of a few European palms,along with Chamaerops humilis.
Hardiness of Phoenix theophrastii Golkoy
One of the hardiest Phoenix (-12°C; 10°F, or even below)
Description of Phoenix theophrastii Golkoy
Close to the real date palm (Phoenix dactylifera), it is more compact, with spiky silvery grey leaves. It can withstand more humidity than Phoenix theophrastii.
How to grow Phoenix theophrastii Golkoy
Like Phoenix canariensis, in full sun, in a rich soil, with regular watering in summer.
Story time
It is named after the Greek philosopher Theophrastus, whose works are at the root of modern botany.
Technical sheet
Data sheet
- Leaves:
- evergreen
- Flowers:
- yes
- Edible:
- yes
- Fragrant:
- no
- Cold-hardiness (take the lowest T° indicated)
- - 5°C (23°F)
-10°C (14°F) - Exposure:
- full sun
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