FOXTAIL PALM
Wodyetia bifurcata
An elegant and modern palm with full, plume-like leaves reminiscent of a foxtail. This palm is beloved for its sleek trunk and graceful leaf structure. It's a beautiful eye-catcher in the garden, but can also be kept—when young—as a container plant on a sunny patio.
Application: š³Solitary
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Likes full sun
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Fast grower
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Water regularly
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Height up to 10/20 meters
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Foxtail Palm |
| Latin name | Wodyetia bifurcata |
| Origin | Northern Australia |
| Height | Up to 10-20 meters |
| Growth habit | Fast-growing palm with a single, smooth trunk and full, arching leaves that resemble a foxtail |
| Location (take into account) | Needs sufficient space because of the wide crown |
| Light requirements | Full sun |
| Water requirement | Every day |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Fertilization | Fertilize regularly; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance; remove dead leaves occasionally |
| Leaves | Long, feather-shaped leaves with a full, bushy appearance |
| Fruits | Bright red berries that attract birds |
| Flowers | Small, cream-colored flowers in clusters |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | Yes |
| Iguana test | Yes |
| Suitable for pot | Only as a young plant; eventually too big for pots |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to humans and pets |