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Washingtonia robusta
Southern Washingtonia, Mexican Washingtonia, Mexican Fan Palm, Skyduster Palm, Washington Palm
| Species Name | Washingtonia robusta |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Southern Washingtonia, Mexican Washingtonia, Mexican Fan Palm, Skyduster Palm, Washington Palm |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Washingtonia |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
- Similar to Washingtonia filifera but differs from it by being taller by up to 27 m, having a thinner trunk, a tighter, more compact crown, and fewer hair-like fibres on the leaves. The petioles are shorter and, in younger individuals, reddish brown, especially near the base, and always bear reddish brown spines, even when young. The inflorescences, flowers and fruits of both species are similar.
2. Tree Size
Large (>15 m)
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Medium (10-15 m) (0)
Large (>15 m) (1)
Unknown (0)
3. Full Distribution
- Native to the southern half of the Baja California peninsula and the adjacent mainland in the Mexican state of Sonora
4. Habitat and Ecology
- It grows near streams and natural springs in the desert
5. Altitude (in meters)
- Data Deficient
6. Landscape Type
Urban Streets, Coastal Fronts
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Urban Streets (1)
Blue-green Corridors (0)
Small Urban Green Spaces (0)
Coastal Fronts (1)
Unknown (0)
7. IUCN Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
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Data Deficient (0)
Least Concern (0)
Near Threatened (0)
Vulnerable (0)
Endangered (0)
Critically Endangered (0)
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
Not Evaluated
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
Medium
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11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
No
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12. Is this species damaging or does it have staining resin or sap?
No
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13. Does this species produce large and/or staining fruits?
No
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- Fruits are spherical, blue-black drupes 6-8 mm in diameter and edible though thin-fleshed [1]
14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
No
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15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
Full sun
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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
High
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
High
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
No
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19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
No
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20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
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21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
Yes
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- Native to Mexico. [1]
22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
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23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
Yes
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- It is drought tolerant. [1]
24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
Yes
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25. Does this species have specific humidity requirements?
No
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No (1)
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26. Is this species highly prone to predation, parasitism, and/or disease?
No
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No (1)
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27. Please provide any additional information for this species in the context of climate change resilience and/or vulnerability.
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28. Does this species have biodiversity value (e.g., provides food or habitat, or increases landscape connectivity for urban fauna)?
Yes
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- Edible fruits [1]
29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
Yes
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- The leaves are used for thatching roofs [1]
Contributors: anonymous
Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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