Roystonea Regia "Royal Palm" 2-3Meters High 20Liter

Product Description

The Royal Palm is a magnificent, fast-growing tropical palm renowned for its tall, smooth grey trunk, glossy green crownshaft and large, graceful feathery fronds. It is one of the most striking palms for creating a grand, architectural feature in large gardens and landscaped spaces.

As it matures, Roystonea regia can reach approximately 15–21 metres, with a broad crown, so it needs plenty of space to develop properly. It is particularly impressive when planted as a specimen or in formal rows along driveways, avenues and large landscaped areas.

Common Names

• Royal Palm
• Cuban Royal Palm
• Florida Royal Palm
• Cuban Royal Palm Tree

Product Details

• Botanical Name: Roystonea regia
• Plant Type: Evergreen palm
• Growth Habit: Solitary, upright palm
• Foliage: Large, arching, feathery green fronds
• Trunk: Smooth, pale grey with a distinctive green crownshaft
• Origin: Cuba
• Mature Height: Approximately 15–21 m
• Light: Full sun

Benefits

• 🌴 Dramatic architectural feature
• 🌿 Evergreen foliage
• ☀️ Excellent full-sun palm
• 🏡 Creates a prestigious tropical appearance
• 🌴 Excellent specimen tree
• 🌿 Suitable for formal avenue planting
• 💧 Moderately drought tolerant once established

Recommended Growing Medium & Compost

Roystonea regia performs best in fertile, well-drained loamy soil. South African plant guidance specifically recommends fertile, well-drained soils for this palm.

Recommended for planting:

• Good-quality loamy garden soil
• Well-decomposed compost incorporated into the planting area
• Organic matter to improve soil structure
• Good drainage

Avoid planting in areas where water remains permanently stagnant around the roots.

Recommended Fertiliser

Use a quality palm-specific slow-release fertiliser containing the major nutrients and palm micronutrients.

A suitable palm fertiliser should ideally provide:

• Nitrogen (N)
• Phosphorus (P)
• Potassium (K)
• Magnesium
• Manganese
• Iron and other trace elements

Apply according to the manufacturer's recommended rate during active growth. The documented care requirements describe the Royal Palm's nutritional requirements as moderate.

Growing Conditions

• ☀️ Full sun: 6+ hours of direct sunlight is ideal
• 💧 Water: Moderate, regular watering
• 🌱 Soil: Fertile, loamy and well drained
• 🌴 Space: Requires substantial space as it matures
• 🌡️ Climate: Best in warm subtropical to tropical conditions
• ❄️ Frost: Frost sensitive; protect young plants from severe cold