Nypa Species, Mangrove Palm
Nypafruticans

Family: Arecaceae (ar-ek-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Nypa (NY-puh)
Species: fruticans (FROO-tih-kanz)

Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Palms

Water Requirements
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Evergreen

Foliage Color

Height
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)

Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger

Bloom Color

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting