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Bactrisguineensis

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Bactris guineensis by johy_margi
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Family
Arecaceae (ar-ek-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Bactris (BAK-triss)
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Species
guineensis (gin-ee-EN-sis)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
Spacing

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Hardiness
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Winter
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Category
Palms
Water Requirements

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Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Seed Collecting
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
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