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Tamareira-das-canárias

Scientific name: Phoenix canariensis
Family: Arecaceae

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Canary Island date palm, Inhotim
Upon arriving at Inhotim, visitors are immediately greeted by this imposing, robust, and rustic palm tree as they exit the Reception area. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
Canary Island date palm, Inhotim
At Inhotim, the trunk of the date palm has become home to many orchids, ferns, and cacti. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro

Native to the Canary Islands, this date palm welcomes visitors at the Inhotim reception. It is one of the most cultivated plants in the warmer regions of the planet. Its flowers attract attention with their luminous coloration, ranging from yellow to orange.

Unlike other date palms, its fruits are not edible for humans. However, its sap is extracted to produce a type of honey that is suitable for consumption.

Canary Island date palm, Inhotim
When the leaves fall, they leave part of their sheaths attached to the stem, which can be a favorable environment for epiphytic plants. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

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