European fan palm is a species of palm tree native to the Mediterranean Basin, southern Europe, and northern Africa. The leaves are palmate, or hand-like, with 3-5 lobes and a central petiole. The leaves are blue-green to silver-grey in color and are covered in a white waxy bloom. The flowers are yellow and borne in clusters. The fruit is a yellow-orange drupe. European fan palm is a popular ornamental plant and is used in landscaping and as a houseplant.
Related plant:
European Cranberry Bush
About soil condition, the European fan palm prefers well-drained soils, and can even tolerate occasional drought. It is not, however, tolerant of salt water or salt air. If you live in an area with salty soil or water, it's best to choose another type of palm.
Just like other palms, the European fan palm (Chamaerops humilis) needs full sun to partial sun to prosper. It is not as cold hardy as its North American cousin, the cabbage palm (Sabal palmetto), but it can take a short period of freezing weather. The European fan palm is a slow grower and can take 10 to 20 years to reach its full height of 15 feet.
The temperature condition for the european fan palm is that it should be in a warm climate. This palm does not do well in cooler temperatures and will die if it gets too cold. The ideal temperature range for this palm is between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50% and above. The European fan palm is a beautiful plant that can really liven up a room. However, it is important to remember that this plant is native to a Mediterranean climate, which means that it is used to a certain level of humidity. In order to maintain the plant's health and appearance, it is important to make sure that the humidity in its environment is at 50% or above. There are a few ways to increase the humidity around the plant, such as using a humidifier or placing the pot on a tray of pebbles and water. With just a little bit of effort, you can keep your European fan palm looking its best.
Regarding fertilizer, this family of plant does not require a lot. In fact, they are quite forgiving if you forget to fertilize them from time to time. It is best to use a low-nitrogen fertilizer with a 2-1-1 or 3-1-1 ratio. If you fertilize them too much, you will notice the leaves turning yellow. As for the roots, they are not very deep and Palm fans can tolerate having their roots disturbed. They can also be transplanted quite easily.
Pruning your European fan palm is important to keep it looking its best. You should prune it every few months to remove any dead leaves. You can also trim back the tips of the leaves to keep them from getting too long.
Propagation of the European fan palm is typically done by seed, although it can also be done by suckers or cuttings. Seed propagation is the most common method, as it is relatively easy and does not require any special equipment. Suckers and cuttings can be more difficult to propagate, and may require the use of a propagator or bottom heat.
Usually, the plant growth rate is slow to moderate. In the wild, palms typically grow about 10 feet (3 m) in height. However, cultivated specimens often do not exceed 68 feet (23 m) in height due to poor growing conditions. In optimum conditions, european fan palms will grow up to 2 feet (0.6 m) per year.
Common problems for this kind of plant are scale and mealybugs. These pests can be controlled with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil. Another problem is that the leaves can get brown tips from too much sun or wind. To prevent this, make sure to protect the plant from harsh weather conditions.
Source:
Themen - PALM
Palms on the University of Arizona Campus
Palm Diseases in the Landscape Management Guidelines--UC IPM - ucanr.edu
