Florida Silver Palm (Coccothrinax Argentata) is a perennial palm in the Arecaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A slender, small, single-stemmed evergreen palm native to Florida and the Caribbean regions, notable for its shiny blue-green fan-shaped leaves with silvery undersides.

Florida Silver Palm

Florida Silver Palm

Coccothrinax Argentata

A slender, small, single-stemmed evergreen palm native to Florida and the Caribbean regions, notable for its shiny blue-green fan-shaped leaves with silvery undersides.

Quick Facts

Type
palm
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky, calcareous
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Florida Silver Palm

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Arecaceae
Genus:Coccothrinax