Foxtail Palm - Wodyetia Bifurcata

Foxtail Palm-Wodyetia Bifurcata
Common name: Foxtail Palm 
Scientific name: Wodyetia Bifurcata 
Height: 20-30 ft. (6-9 m) 
Span: 3-4 m
Growth rate: Fast 
Sun Tolerance: Full sun
ABP Index: 3.0 (Aesthetics 3.0, Solidarity 3.0)

The Foxtail Palm Tree, also botanically known as Wodyetia bifurcate has a full, dark-green appearance. The Foxtail Palm Tree is the most commonly used palm tree in the Southern United States. This palm tree is sure to delight any palm tree lover. The Foxtail palm tree is of medium stature and has a smooth, self-cleaning trunk and feather-like fronds. Very much like feather dusters. The Foxtail grows quite quickly and is extremely adaptable. Although the Foxtail is best grown in sunny, open areas, it is the perfect palm tree as it can grow in both sun and shade.

Foxtail Palm-Wodyetia Bifurcata leaf
Foxtail Palm frond
Foxtail Palm frond
Foxtail Palm trunk.
Close up of ripening seed
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