Copernicia baileyana

Common names

Bailey’s Copernica Palm, Yarey Palm, Cuban Paddle Palm.

Curiosities

Leaves are used to make baskets, hats and roofs.

Origin

Cuba (Camagüey, Las Villas, Oriente).

Habitat

Savannah and forests at low altitude.

Morphology.

A smooth tall trunk up to 20 m, columnar and sometimes with a swelling. Inflorescences longer than leaves. Fruits globular, sometimes slightly ovoid.

Climate

Tropical. This palm has tolerated temperatures down to –2.2ºC (28ºF, USDA Zone 9b).

Germination

Growing

Requires a good drainage.