Palm
Paurotis Palm
Acoelorraphe wrightii
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StandardAcoelorraphe wrightii
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$34.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun, Part Sun
WaterHigh
Mature size20-30 feet × 15-20 feet
About Paurotis Palm
Paurotis Palm (Acoelorrhaphe wrightii) is a Florida-native clustering fan palm of the Everglades and coastal wetlands, forming dramatic multi-stemmed colonies with orange-sheathed trunks and silvery-green palmate fronds. Hardy through zone 9b, it thrives in moist, acidic soils in full sun and is valued as a native specimen, wildlife habitat plant, and bold landscape accent for wet or seasonally flooded sites. Starting at $34.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Wet
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Higher water demand in summer heat. Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Paurotis Palm grows best in full sun but tolerates part sun. In NE Florida, plant in the sunniest available location — maximum sun exposure supports vigorous growth and reduces susceptibility to nutrient deficiencies.
Water
Paurotis Palm is native to the Everglades and thrives with consistent moisture; it tolerates periodically wet soils and is drought sensitive once established. In NE Florida, regular irrigation is essential, especially during dry spells. Avoid planting in highly alkaline or calcareous soils, which trigger severe manganese and potassium deficiencies.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in moist, acidic, sandy or loamy soil — avoid calcareous soils, which cause fatal manganese deficiency (frizzletop). Fertilize every 3 months with a palm-specific slow-release 8-2-12-4Mg (plus micronutrients) fertilizer. Apply additional manganese sulfate if new fronds show yellowing or curling tips.
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Common questions
Is Paurotis Palm a good plant for St. Augustine?
Paurotis Palm is a palm for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 20-30 feet × 15-20 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.