Rhapidophyllum hystrix
Blue Palmetto, Porcupine Palm
Also known as: Chamaerops hystrix (Fraser ex Thouin) Pursh +3 more
- Chamaerops hystrix (Fraser ex Thouin) Pursh
- Corypha hystrix Fraser ex Thouin
- Rhapis caroliniana Kunth
- Sabal hystrix (Fraser ex Thouin) Nutt.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Arecaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Rhapidophyllum hystrix (commonly known as Blue-Palmetto or Porcupine Palm) is a palm within the Arecaceae family. It naturally occurs in North America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Palm
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina