Chamaerops comprises a solitary species of evergreen palm featuring multiple upright stems topped with broad, rounded leaves that are intricately divided into long segments. Its flowers, which are not particularly prominent, emerge in panicles from the lower leaf axils and are succeeded by small, date-shaped fruits.

Chamaerops

Chamaerops humilis is a bushy, evergreen palm that typically forms a medium-sized shrub. It can be either stemless or feature multiple stems, topped with a rounded cluster of fan-shaped leaves that reach lengths of up to 45 cm. Mature specimens produce short, rigid clusters of small yellow flowers.

Chamaerops humilis

Chamaerops humilis 'Compacta' is a small, slow-growing evergreen palm characterized by its dense clusters of slender green fronds that feature lighter-colored undersides. The leaves are supported by short stems, creating a robust appearance.

Chamaerops humilis 'Compacta'

Chamaerops humilis 'Stella'

Chamaerops humilis 'Vulcano' is a compact, multi-stemmed palm that typically reaches a height of about 2 meters. Its stems are wrapped in persistent leaf bases, and it produces spiny stalks that support stiff, broad leaves divided into distinct leaflets. The upper surface of the foliage is a bluish or greyish green, while the underside displays a silvery hue. Blooming occurs from spring through summer, with male flowers presenting a bright yellow color and female flowers appearing yellow-green. After flowering, the plant yields fruit that ranges from yellow to orange-brown.

Chamaerops humilis 'Vulcano'

Chamaerops humilis var. argentea is a shrubby palm that can reach heights of up to 2 meters and tends to produce suckers as it matures. Its fan-like leaves are a silvery-blue hue, made up of narrow leaflets attached to spiny stems. This variety is suitable for tropical borders, demonstrating drought tolerance and the ability to withstand temperatures down to -5°C once it is well-established. It thrives best in controlled environments such as conservatories or greenhouses, especially in regions where winters are not consistently mild.