4 Jelly Palm, (Pindo Palm), Butia capitata, Tree Seeds (Edible, Showy Tropical)

Other Names: Pindo Palm, Wine Palm, South American Jelly Palm, Butia australis, Butia Palm, Coco australis, Feather Palm
Zone: 8 to 11 (Winter Hardiness to 15° F)
Growth Rate: Fast
Plant Type: Evergreen Palm
Family: Arecaceae (Palmae)
Native Range: Brazil
Height: 15 to 20 feet
Spread: 10 to 15 feet
Bloom Time: Late Spring
Bloom Color: Pink
Sun: Full Sun or Part Shade (the fronds grow longer in shady situations, giving the palm a more graceful aspect than those grown in full sun).
Drought Tolerance: High
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Prefers sandy, well drained soil but is adaptable and very drought tolerant. Regular watering and feeding will produce a faster growing, more attractive palm.
Uses: Lawn accent or in groupings. This palm is good for urban plantings and can also be grown at the beach behind dunes or other protection. Will adapt to container culture.


Sowing Butia capitata Seeds:
For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.
Scarify: Soak in water for 24 hours
Stratify: None
Germination: Sow 1” Deep. Keep Moist, (Not wet). Germination of seed may take 2 to 3 months under normal conditions.