Butia capitata
Pindo Palm
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Pindo Palm (Butia capitata) - Description
Butia capitata is native to Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina. It is very hardy and slowly grows to heights of 10 to 20 feet tall with a crown of feathery gray-green leaves, which spread 10 to 15 feet wide. Long spikes of small yellow flowers are followed by showy clusters of yellow to red edible fruits in the summer.
Pindo Palm (Butia capitata) - Blooming
Small yellow flowers appear in the summer followed by clusters of yellow to red fruits. The fruits are showy and edible.
Pindo Palm (Butia capitata) - Growth
Monoecious, single-stemmed palms. Does best in full sun exposure or light shade. Hardy to 15F/-9C. Pindo Palms are slow growing up to 20 ft. tall. Tolerates periods of 32F (0C) in areas with dry, sunny weather conditions. In less hardy areas, Butia works well as a houseplant (young plants), or grown in a cool greehouse or conservatory. Can be grown outdoors in frost-free areas as specimen trees. Butia grows best in cool, dry areas.
Pindo Palm (Butia capitata) - Planting
Sow seeds in spring at 75-84F (24-29C).
Pindo Palm (Butia capitata) - Pest
Spider mites and scale insects. Other problems include tar spot, butt rot, false smut, and fungal leaf diseases.
Pindo Palm (Butia capitata) - Soil and irrigation
Needs regular water. Does best with well-drained soil. Water moderately when in growth, keep just moist in winter.
