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Butia capitata

Pindo or Jelly Palm, Yatay

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Janet Hunter/ Steve Georg

 

Description

This slow-growing tree has leaves that vary from bluish gray to green and has round, yellow to orange fruit that is edible and delicious. Arching leaves spread 10'-15' wide; palm can reach 20' tall.

 

Plant Type

Palm

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

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Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.