Coccothrinax proctorii
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Habitat and Distribution
Gorws in coral based soils in open forest on the Cayman Islands.
Description
Trunk type: Solitary. A medium sized palm, with a slender trunk, and an open crown, of deeply divided leaves, with nearly perfectly symmetrical divisions, dark green above, and silvery white below.
Culture
Sunny, moist, but well drained position. Salt tolerant, and prefers an alkaline soil. Slow growing. Can be grown on just coral limerock.
Curiosities
References
Special thanks to Geoff Stein, (Palmbob) for his hundreds of photos, edric.
- IMAGE GALLERY
In Habitat - After Hurricane Ivan, Grand Cayman
Coccothrinax proctorii at Huntington Gardens Conservatory, CA
Palmetum of Santa Cruz, Tenerife.
Many Special Thanks to Ed Vaile for his long hours of tireless editing and numerous contributions.
