General information: The Old Man palm is a Cuba native palm with an unique, thick, covered with a beard or a thick layer of fibers trunk. Its fibrous trunk resembles old burlap. The leaves are stiff, palmate and bright green. The petioles are short and thin. It grows to a height of 15-20 feet. Its close relative is the Silver palm.

Additional Information:

Common names: Cuban Old Man palm, Guano Barbudo, Guano Petate, Thatch palm, Palma Petate

Growth rate: The Coccothrinax Crinita has very slow growth rate.

Habitat: The Old man palm is endemic to Cuba where it can be found in seasonally flooded savannas and hilly areas.

Maintenance: This Florida palm loves heat, regular watering and sunny, well-drained locations. It is salt and drought tolerant. This Florida palm is hardy to 28 F and can be grown in zone 10 to 11.

Uses: This Florida palm tree is very popular plant with palm collectors and enthusiasts. It is often used as an ornamental plant in landscape designs. Its leaves are often used for thatch.

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