Pseudophoenix sargentii

Synonymy:
Pseudophoenix saonae

Common Names:
Buccaneer Palm,
Cherry Palm

Distribution:
Widely distributed from the Florida Keys, down thru Mexico to Belize, and Cuba and the Bahamas.

Habitat:
Sheltered coastal positions on limestone and sandy soils.

Description:
A medium sized pinnate palm with a sparse crown, no crownshaft, and arching leaves to about 4.5m tall. Leaves are dark green and leathery, with light grey undersides

Culture:
Prefers lightly shaded, moist, but well drained position, preferably on alkaline soils. Very salt water tolerant. Extremely slow growing.