Mexican Fan Palm (Washingtonia Robusta) is a perennial palm in the Arecaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A tall, slender palm native to Baja California with a columnar trunk and large fan-shaped leaves.

Mexican Fan Palm

Mexican Fan Palm

Washingtonia Robusta

A tall, slender palm native to Baja California with a columnar trunk and large fan-shaped leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
palm
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, screen, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mexican Fan Palm

Jan
Prune
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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:Washingtonia