Reviewed by Debra LaGattuta There are around 2,600 species in 181 genera in the palm plant family (Arecaceae). Most palms ...

Three highly attractive palms are generally considered fire-safe as long as their dry fronds are removed in a timely manner.

Its majestic appearance makes it particularly suitable as an avenue or driveway tree. While royal palms are relatively easy to grow and maintain, they are somewhat fussy about soil conditions and ...

The iconic Cape Verde date palm came from commercial trees gone feral and could provide genetic variety to boost the resilience of its tamer relatives.

The trees around it have been scratched by elephant ... of an agreement with the government that allows the company to grow oil palms elsewhere on its concession. “What we’re trying to do ...

The partnership will grow palm trees on 23,722 unused acres in the southern part of the country and should be able to produce about 9.6 million gallons a year in the biodiesel production ...

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