Saturday, April 19, 2014

King Palm or Alexandra Palm- A princely look to appreciate!

Archontophoenix Alexandrae 

Archontophoenix (R Kan toh Fee nix) Alexandrae is the botanical name of this palm. Common names are Alexandra Palm, Alexander Palm, King Palm. In local market it is named Alexandra or King palm. It belongs to Arecaceae family.  It can thrive well in Lahore, (USA hardiness Zone 9b-11).  
Could attain a height of 40 feet.
A night view under the street light. Photo by Rashad. 

Can grow under the sun or partial shade.
Photo by Rashad. 

Leaves are pinnate. Photo by Rashad.

Evergreen. View at Jalo Park. Photo by Rashad.

Requires moist soil. Has white bloom. Jilani Park.
Photo by Rashad.
  • Enjoy the view of palm, dear readers!


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