Bismarckia nobilis

Bismarckia nobilis

Bismarckia nobilis is a spectacular ornamental plant native to Madagascar.

It grows up to 15–25 meters tall, but is much smaller when grown in pots or in cooler climates.

The huge, fan-shaped leaves reach 2.5 to 3 meters in length, forming a dense, rounded crown. They range in color from steel blue to silver.

The flowers are small, inconspicuous, and brown or yellowish. Male flowers are more numerous, while female flowers are solitary.

Bismarckia nobilis requires well-drained, fertile soil and also grows well in clay soil.

It prefers a sunny location.