Bismark: Bismarckia Nobilus
10 feet   FG   $18 / ft Overall Height

Saint Cloud location 407-492-6006

Scientific name: Bismarckia Nobilus

Common Name: Bismarck

Sub-Variety:

Family: Arecaceae.

Genus: Bismarckia.

Origin: Madagascar.

Growth rate: Slow to Moderate.

Trunk: 16 to 20 inches, light grey.

Height: 30-60 feet.

Canopy / Diameter: 20 feet.

Leaves: Costapalmate, Silver Blue or Grey.

Use Indoor/Outdoor: Both, Specimen tree.

Maintenance: Low to moderate.

Hazards: None.

Light exposure: Moderate to High, Prefers full sun.

Water requirements: Moderate.

Salt toleration: High.

Soil moisture / water toleration: Medium, adaptable

Drought toleration: Drought tolerant.

Cold toleration: can tolerate light freeze.

Growing Zone: 9b – 11

Pest: None

Flowers: Light brown

Fruits: Inedible

Propagation: Seeds

Notes: Special mention should be made about the disturbance of or damage to the roots of a Bismarckia Palm. They are very sensitive and significant damage can kill a plant or put it into serious decline. What this means to you is that a good sized specimen is extremely difficult to successfully dig and transplant to another location. Rough handling of the roots can cause decline. Be very careful with the roots of this palm.