Washingtonia consists of sizable evergreen palms characterized by robust, solitary trunks. These palms feature long-stalked, rounded leaves that are palmately divided into narrow segments. They produce large, arching clusters of flowers, which are succeeded by small, berry-like black fruits.

Washingtonia

Washingtonia filifera is a medium to large palm characterized by its sturdy trunk. The lengthy leaf stalks feature serrated edges at the base, supporting fan-shaped, grey-green fronds that can reach lengths of up to 3 meters. Initially upright, the leaves eventually spread and curve gracefully. The plant retains its dead foliage, which drapes down to cover the trunk. During the summer, it produces large clusters of creamy-white, tubular flowers that can extend up to 5 meters in length.

Washingtonia filifera

Washingtonia lindenii

Washingtonia robusta is a rapidly growing, tall evergreen palm characterized by a slender trunk that widens significantly at the base as it matures. It features large, fan-shaped leaves with leaflets that can reach lengths of up to 1.5 meters, attached to petioles with spiny edges that measure around 1 meter. The plant produces elongated clusters of small white flowers on drooping, branched stems that can extend up to 3 meters, which are subsequently followed by dark brown fruits.

Washingtonia robusta

Washingtonia x filibusta is a tall palm characterized by a robust trunk that can reach up to 20 meters. Its leaves are long, fan-shaped, and narrow-lobed, measuring between 2 to 3 meters. The tree produces creamy-white flowers, which are arranged in large clusters.