Clara Blue Palm

Brahea Armata 'Clara'

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Overview

The Brahea armata 'Clara', commonly known as Clara Blue Palm, captivates with striking silvery-blue fronds, reaching up to 6 feet in length. Drought-resistant and slow-growing, this palm thrives under full sun, eventually reaching up to 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide. Its distinctive white or yellow flowers bloom in summer, much to the delight of local birdlife. Ideal for creating a focal point in arid landscape designs.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 11–11Climate Mediterranean

Clara Blue Palm (Brahea Armata 'Clara') — commonly known as Clara Blue Palm

Clara Blue Palm (Brahea Armata 'Clara') — captivates with striking silvery-blue fronds

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 11–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Arecaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Clara Blue Palm (Brahea Armata 'Clara') — commonly known as Clara Blue Palm

Clara Blue Palm (Brahea Armata 'Clara') — captivates with striking silvery-blue fronds

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