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Butia capitata
(Pindo Palm, Jelly Palm Wine Palm)

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Image of the beautiful looking Butia capitata tree

Butia capitata
(Pindo Palm, Jelly Palm, Wine Palm)

Synonyms:  Butia bonnettii, Syagrus capitata, Cocos capitata
Origin:  South America
Family:   Arecaceae
Light:  Full sun / sun-part shade
Height:  Up to 20'
Spacing: 12-15'
Foliage: Silvery-green, long pinnate, curved
Soil:  Well-drained, drought tolerant when established
Water: Regular
Uses:  Specimen, accent, landscaping
Comments: Butia capitata or Butia bonnettii or Syagrus capitata or Cocos capitata or Pindo Palm or Jelly Palm or Wine Palm tree is a hardy tropical perennial with interesting foliage. It can tolerate temperatures of zero degrees without any damage.  The Pindo Palm tree bears round orange dates with a big seed inside. These fruits are delicious and are popularly used to make Jelly.  Butia capitata Palm tree looks grand and it makes an impact in the landscape garden especially when grown at the entrance of a driveway.. 
USDA Hardiness Zones :  8-9



Butia capitata dates nesled among the leaf stems of the palm tree


Closer view of the Pindo seeds

 
Butia capitata (Butia bonnettii, Syagrus capitata,  Cocos capitata,  Pindo Palm,  Jelly Palm,  Wine Palm tree) seeds are for sale at -
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