The Jubaea spectabilis prefers a temperate climate and can tolerate cold temperatures of up to -5°C. It thrives in areas with an altitude of 43 degrees lat. in France. It can adapt to a wide range of rainfall, ranging from 250 to 800 mm. The plant is known for its ability to grow quickly.
Common Name: Wine Palm
Jubaea spectabilis, commonly known as the Chilean wine palm or coquitos, is a versatile palm tree native to Chile. It is cold hardy, able to tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C, and can be found growing in temperate zones. This palm produces edible nuts and its trunks can be tapped for sap, which is used to make sugar and wine. It is a fast-growing plant, requiring fresh seeds for propagation.
Jubaea spectabilis
Chile
Additional Information: - The Jubaea spectabilis is a slow-growing palm tree that can reach heights of up to 25 meters. - It is native to Chile and is commonly known as the Chilean wine palm, coquitos, or little coconut. - This palm is able to tolerate cold temperatures down to -5°C and can be grown in temperate zones. - In France, it has been observed growing at 43 degrees latitude. - The Jubaea spectabilis requires a moderate amount of rainfall, ranging from 250 to 800 mm. - The tree produces fruits with edible nuts, which are also useful as forage. - The trunks of the Jubaea spectabilis can be tapped for sap, yielding approximately 400 liters per year. - The sap can be used to make sugar and wine. - The Jubaea spectabilis is a monoecious plant, meaning it has both male and female flowers on the same plant. - Fresh seeds are required for successful propagation of this palm tree. - Despite being slow-growing, the Jubaea spectabilis is considered a fast-growing palm when compared to other species.
Well-drained, fertile soil.
Chile: temperate zone palm; cold hardy (to - 5°C and grows at 43 degrees lat. in France). Grows in rainfall 250 - 800 mm. Fruits with edible nut, useful for forage; trunks tapped for sap (400 l/year) to make sugar and wine. Monoecious; fresh seed needed; fast growing.