Acanthophoenix

Acanthophoenix crinita

Acanthophoenix rubra

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Acrocomia aculeata

Adonidia merrillii is a tropical palm known for its tidy growth pattern, typically attaining heights of up to 3.5 meters in the wild, though it remains smaller when cultivated indoors. The trunk, which is smooth and grey, exhibits a slight bulge at the base as it matures. At the crown, gracefully arching pinnate leaves extend outward. During the Christmas season, this palm produces clusters of vibrant red fruit. It serves well as a houseplant, fitting comfortably in smaller pots and containers, adding a lush, tropical ambiance to indoor spaces.

Adonidia merrillii

Aiphanes horrida

Aiphanes lindeniana

Aiphanes minima

Allagoptera arenaria

Archontophoenix consists of single-stemmed, evergreen palms characterized by their broad, feathery leaves and substantial clusters or racemes of small, cup-shaped blooms.

Archontophoenix

Archontophoenix alexandrae is a rapidly growing palm characterized by its elongated trunk, which is swollen at the base and marked with leaf scars. It features large, arching fronds that can reach lengths of up to 4 meters, composed of many narrow leaflets that display a pale green or purple hue on the upper side and a grey or silver tone beneath. During the summer months, clusters of cream to yellow flowers emerge, giving way to pinkish-red fruit afterwards.

Archontophoenix alexandrae

Archontophoenix cunninghamiana is a tall, evergreen palm that can reach heights of up to 15 meters. It features a solitary trunk and long, pinnate leaves that can extend to 4 meters in length. Mature specimens produce small lilac flowers arranged in large racemes, which are subsequently followed by clusters of red fruit.

Archontophoenix cunninghamiana

Archontophoenix maxima

Archontophoenix myolensis

Archontophoenix purpurea

Areca catechu

Areca concinna

Areca triandra

Areca vestiaria

Arenga australasica

Arenga brevipes

Arenga caudata

Arenga engleri

Arenga hastata

Arenga hookeriana

Arenga micrantha

Arenga microcarpa

Arenga obtusifolia

Arenga pinnata

Arenga porphyrocarpa

Arenga saccharifera

Arenga tremula

Arenga undulatifolia

Arenga westerhoutii

Astrocaryum aculeatum

Astrocaryum murumuru

Attalea

Attalea butyracea

Attalea cohune

Attalea cuatrecasana

Attalea funifera

Attalea maripa

Attalea phalerata

Attalea speciosa

Attalea spectabilis

Bactris

Bactris gasipaes

Bactris guineensis

Bactris major

Bactris maraja

Beccariophoenix madagascariensis

Bismarckia

Bismarckia nobilis

Borassus

Borassus aethiopium

Borassus flabellifer

Brahea is a genus of palm trees native to Mexico and Central America. Commonly referred to as hesper palms, these plants are characterized by their broad, fan-like foliage.

Brahea

Brahea 'Super Silver'

Brahea aculeata

Brahea armata is a tall palm that can reach heights of up to 15 meters. It features a solitary trunk adorned with fibrous leaf bases. The leaf stalks are armed with spines and can extend up to 1.5 meters. The foliage consists of blue-green, waxy leaves that measure between 1 to 2 meters in width, each divided into approximately 50 lobes. In summer, this species produces long, arching flower panicles that can grow up to 4 meters, showcasing vibrant yellow blooms about 1.5 centimeters in diameter. These flowers are followed by rounded fruit that is yellow-brown in color and approximately 2 centimeters in length.

Brahea armata

Brahea brandegeei is a single-stemmed palm that is sensitive to frost. It features expansive, pleated leaves that can reach over 1 meter (3 feet) in diameter, displaying a green upper surface and blue-grey underneath. During the summer months, this palm produces cream-colored flowers arranged in branched clusters known as panicles. The trunk exhibits a wider base that gradually narrows as it ascends.

Brahea brandegeei

Brahea calcarea

Brahea decumbens

Brahea dulcis is a palm that can reach heights of up to 7.5 meters, featuring a solitary trunk. Its leaf stalks are spiny, supporting leaves that are green or have a subtle blue-green hue, divided into approximately 30 to 50 lobes. In the summer, this species produces panicles of cream-colored flowers, extending up to 3 meters in length, which are succeeded by rounded, green-brown fruits measuring about 6 millimeters.

Brahea dulcis

Brahea edulis is a slowly growing palm characterized by a solitary trunk and broad, pleated leaves that can reach heights of up to 12 meters (40 feet). The leaves are a mid-green hue and develop a downward arch as they mature. The trunk has a grey-brown coloration, widest at the base and narrowing as it ascends. During the summer months, established specimens produce cream-colored flowers on branched inflorescences (panicles), which are succeeded by edible green-brown fruits.

Brahea edulis

Brahea pimo

Brassiophoenix schumannii

This genus comprises robust palms from South America, characterized by their arching, grey-green leaves that often droop. Some species are cultivated as stemless varieties, while others develop into small trees. Numerous Butia species bear edible fruits that can be processed into jellies and alcoholic beverages.

Butia

Butia archeri

This palm features elongated, gracefully arching leaves that exhibit a grey-green hue. It shows resilience to cold and damp environments, making it suitable as a specimen plant in temperate regions. However, in locations subject to severe winter conditions, it will need some form of protection.

Butia capitata

Butia capitata var. nehrlingiana

Butia capitata var. odorata

Butia capitata var. pulposa

Butia capitata var. strictior

Butia eriospatha

Butia paraguayensis

A graceful palm, Butia yatay can reach heights of up to 10 meters, featuring a solitary trunk and prominently arching leaves that are segmented into many narrow, grey-green leaflets. During the summer months, it bears elongated, branched clusters of yellow blooms, which later develop into conical fruits that transition from green to purple. This species is resilient down to approximately -10°C, provided it is planted in well-draining soil.

Butia yatay

Calamus

Calamus acanthospathus

Calamus australis

Calamus caesius

Calamus caryotoides

Calamus ciliaris

Calamus flagellum

Calamus muelleri

Calamus rotang

Calamus rudentum

Calamus scipionum

Calamus tenuis

Calamus viminalis

Carpentaria

Carpentaria acuminata

Carpoxylon macrospermum

Caryota consists of evergreen palms characterized by either single or grouped trunks that support large, 2-pinnate leaves at their tops. In summer, these palms produce small cream-colored flowers arranged in extensive panicles.

Caryota

Caryota cumingii

Caryota maxima

Caryota mitis is an evergreen palm characterized by its clustered trunks and long, rich green leaves that can reach lengths of up to 4 meters. The leaves consist of triangular leaflets that create a distinctive appearance. In the summer, the plant produces panicles of creamy-white flowers.

Arecaceae