Plant Profile: Phoenix canariensis

Taxonomy: Phoenix canariensis

Names

Canary Date Palm, Canary Island Date Palm

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Genus:Phoenix

Species:canariensis

Family:Arecaceae

This palm, which is native to the Canary Islands, is an evergreen species. It shares a connection with the date palm, and while its fruit may not be abundant or particularly flavorful, it is still safe to eat.

Phoenix canariensis Feature Summary

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Tags

#evergreen
#palm
#edible fruits
#non-toxic for horses
#non-toxic for dogs
#non-toxic for cats
#evergreen palm

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Phoenix canariensis Feature Summary

Attributes
Whole Plant Traits

Phoenix canariensis Attributes

Phoenix canariensis: Life Cycle

Annual
Biennial
Bulb
Perennial
Woody

Phoenix canariensis Whole Plant Traits

Phoenix canariensis: Plant Type

Annual
Bulb
Carnivorous
Edible
Epiphyte
Fern
Ground Cover
Herb
Herbaceous Perennial
Houseplant
Mushroom
Native Plant
Ornamental Grasses and Sedges
Perennial
Poisonous
Rose
Shrub
Succulent
Tree
Turfgrass
Vegetable
Vine
Water Plant
Weed
Wildflower

Phoenix canariensis: Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics

Broadleaf Evergreen
Deciduous
Needled Evergreen
Semi-evergreen

Phoenix canariensis Leaves

Phoenix canariensis: Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics

Broadleaf Evergreen
Deciduous
Needled Evergreen
Semi-evergreen

Phoenix canariensis: Hairs Present

No
Yes

Phoenix canariensis Stem

Phoenix canariensis: Stem Is Aromatic

No
Yes