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Jelly Palm

 

Scientific name: Butia capitata

 

AKA: Pindo Palm

 

Appearance: The feather shaped leaves on the jelly palm tree are lighter green in color then most palms and arch inwards towards its thick trunk. Pindo Palms mature height is around 20 feet. 

 

Fruit: The Jelly Palm produces small round fleshy orange fruits, but very bland in flavor. The fruits, if used, are generally used to make jelly... Hence the name Jelly Palm. 

 

Growing: Pindo Palms are slow growers and can live in partial shade to full sun. They have a high tolerance to drought and salt. Easy Maintenance. 

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