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Trachycarpus fortunei
West side of Hickey Gym
The windmill palm is a hardy, medium-sized, fast growing palm. The trunk on younger trees has a fibrous mat.
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Botanical Name:
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Trachycarpus fortunei
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Common Name:
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windmill palm
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Location:
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West side of Hickey Gym
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Family:
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Arecaceae
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Sunset Zones:
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N/A
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Native Range:
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Native to southern China and Himalayas
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Habitat:
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Will tolerate long periods of drought, but prefers occasional deep watering. Tolerates temperatures down to 0F, but prefers to be protected from extreme cold and heat (especially wind).
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General Habit:
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Evergreen, grows to 30 ft. tall. Solitary trunk is covered with matted fiber.
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Notes:
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Popular palms for containers.
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