Foxtail Palm (Wodyetia bifurcata)
Wodyetia bifurcata, the Foxtail Palm, is an Australian native known for its unique, bushy fronds resembling a foxtail. It has a slender, smooth, grey trunk and produces creamy white flowers followed by red fruits.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. A mix of sandy loam with organic matter is suitable. In pots, use a good quality potting mix with added perlite for drainage.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is 20-27°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced palm fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Bright indirect light indoors.
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining, fertile soil. A mix of sandy loam with organic matter is suitable. In pots, use a good quality potting mix with added perlite for drainage.
Ideal growing temperature is 20-27°C.
Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures below 10°C.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced palm fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce or stop in fall/winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
8-12 m
Spread
3-5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Pinnate
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderArecales
- familyArecaceae
- genusWodyetia
- speciesWodyetia bifurcata
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No