Nypa Species, Mangrove Palm

Nypafruticans

Family
Arecaceae (ar-ek-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Nypa (NY-puh)
Species
fruticans (FROO-tih-kanz)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Palms
Water Requirements
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Spring, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
0
neutral
0
negative
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Acton, CA (Zone 8b) | December 2004 | positive

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