Brahea armata - Mexican Blue Palm (Plant) Size:5G known for their bright colors

known for their bright colors and epic annual migration from the United States and Canada to Mexico

Red and yellow crown-shaped flowers bloom in spring and summer

True to its name

First published more than forty years ago

Brahea armata - Mexican Blue Palm (Plant) Size:5G known for their bright colorsA native to Baja CA, this palm can reach heights of 20 30 feet, with large silvery blue fronds. Older leaves remain on the tree, forming a skirt around the trunk. It is very cold and drought tolerant, but does best with occasional deep soaks. Plant Characteristics Family Name Arecaceae Species Name Brahea armata Common Name Mexican Blue Palm Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower