King Palm - Archontophoenix Alexandrae

Archontophoenix Alexandrae

The noblest palm species of tropical gardens with its smooth green trunk and elegant leaves.

Product Information

Latin Name Archontophoenix Alexandrae
Category Palms
Stock Code BTN-023
Height 2-6 m
Pot Type Plastic / Ceramic
Sale Type Single

Features

Climate Resistance Medium (-2°C / 28°F)
Watering Needs Medium-High
Sun Requirement Full Sun / Partial Shade
Usage Area Outdoor
Growth Rate Medium-Fast (30-50 cm/year)
Maximum Height 15 m (in natural habitat)

Product Description

King Palm (Archontophoenix Alexandrae), native to Queensland, Australia, is one of the most elegant palm species with its smooth green trunk and showy feather-shaped leaves. Named after Queen Alexandra, this species symbolizes royalty of tropical and subtropical gardens. With its slender straight trunk, glossy green crown leaves and clean appearance, it is especially preferred in hotel entrances, luxury residences and tropical-themed landscape projects.

Detailed Specifications

Trunk Structure Smooth, green-grey, ring marks prominent
Leaf Form Feather-shaped (pinnate), 2-3 m long, glossy green
Crown Bright green crownshaft is characteristic
Root System Fibrous roots, medium depth
Lifespan 50-80 years

Care & Growing

Watering

Loves regular and abundant watering. Keep soil moist especially in hot summer months. Low drought tolerance.

Soil

Rich, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Soil enriched with organic matter is ideal.

Fertilizing

Feed with palm fertilizer in spring-summer period. Watch for magnesium deficiency.

Pruning

Only clean dying lower leaves. Do not touch green leaves.

Winter Preparation

Damaged below -2°C. Winter protection is essential in cold regions.

Usage Areas

  • Hotel and resort entrances
  • Luxury residence and villa gardens
  • Tropical-themed landscape projects
  • Poolside and terrace arrangements
  • Mall and plaza indoor-outdoor designs
  • Coastal restaurants and beach clubs
  • Botanical gardens and palm collections

Frequently Asked Questions

Can withstand brief cold down to -2°C. Serious damage in prolonged frost. Grows outdoors on Mediterranean and Aegean coasts.

Young plants can grow in bright interiors but its natural habitat is outdoors. Adequate light is important.

Distinguished by its smooth green trunk and bright crownshaft structure. Much cleaner and more elegant in appearance.

Yes, produces small red-colored fruits. Fruits are food source for birds but not edible for humans.

Grows 30-50 cm per year in ideal conditions. Can reach 3-4 meters in 5-8 years in mild climates.

Delivery and Logistics

Our King Palms are carefully transported with special pallet vehicles. Trunk and crown leaves shipped under protection.

Get Price Info

Similar Products

View All →
Multi Trunk Pygmy Date Palm - Phoenix Roebelenii
Palms

Phoenix Roebelenii 'Multi'

Impressive multi-trunk form of popular Pygmy Date Palm. Elegant tropical palm for both indoor and outdoor use.

Get Price Info
Dwarf Fan Palm - Chamaerops Humilis 'Extra'
Palms

Chamaerops Humilis 'Extra'

Europe's only native palm. Cold-resistant, compact, multi-trunk palm ideal for Mediterranean gardens.

Get Price Info
Canary Island Date Palm - Phoenix Canariensis
Palms

Phoenix Canariensis

Most prestigious palm species for landscape projects with thick trunk and magnificent fronds.

Get Price Info