Location Sensitive to freezes, this palm is strictly a tropical plant. The origin of this plant is uncertain, but many experts believe it's from the west Pacific and Indian Ocean islands. It is now cultivated and naturalized throughout the wet tropical regions of the world. In the U.S., it is found only in Hawaii, the southern tip of Florida, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Can withstand drought, but likes moisture if well drained.
Growth is slow at first but picks up as the palm matures.
Usage This palm make a great accent on the lawn, provides nice filtered shade for the patio. Use in groves and street planting. Features A valuable food resource throughout the tropics, the coconut is composed of a fibrous outer husk covering a hard woody shell. This meat can be shredded and used in baking. You've probably seen it covering delectable cakes in bakery cases.