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Calamuslatifolius

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Family
Arecaceae (ar-ek-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Calamus (KAL-uh-mus)
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Species
latifolius (lat-ee-FOH-lee-us)
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Synonym
Calamus humilis
Calamus latifolius var. marmoratus
Calamus macracanthus
Palmijuncus humilis
Palmijuncus latifolius
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
30-40 ft. (9-12 m)
over 40 ft. (12 m)
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Hardiness
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
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Category
Vines and Climbers
Palms
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
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