Foxtail Palm (Wodyetia bifurcata) is a striking palm tree native to Australia, known for its unique, bushy, foxtail-like fronds and slender, graceful trunk.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect young plants from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow top soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures (20-30°C). Protect from frost and prolonged cold.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced palm fertilizer rich in potassium during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. In hotter months, increase frequency. Reduce watering in cooler periods to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions which this palm dislikes.
Prune only dead or damaged fronds. Cut them close to the trunk, but not into the trunk itself. Avoid removing green fronds as this can stress the plant. No annual pruning is typically required.
Propagated by seed. Soaking seeds in warm water for 24 hours can improve germination rates. Seeds are best sown in a well-draining, moist medium and kept warm, ideally around 24-29°C. Germination can be slow and erratic.
Young plants benefit from repotting every 2-3 years in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball.
Mature plants rarely need repotting and prefer to be slightly root-bound.
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Where Foxtail Palm (Wodyetia bifurcata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Arecales |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Wodyetia |
| Species | Wodyetia bifurcata |
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