
(Syagrus coronata)

Licuri palm, Cocoseira, Coral palm
Syagrus coronata is a palm tree species that is native to Brazil. It is a tall, slender tree that can grow up to 30 feet (9.1 meters) in height. The trunk is smooth and grayish-brown in color, with a diameter of up to 8 inches (20 cm). The leaves are pinnate and can reach up to 10 feet (3 meters) in length. The tree produces small, yellowish flowers that grow in clusters and are followed by small, round fruits that turn black when ripe.
Height: 20-30 feet (6.1-9.1 meters), Spread: 6-10 feet (1.8-3 meters)
Licury Palm prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.
Licury Palm prefers a humid environment, so misting the leaves with water can help increase humidity levels.
Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every 2-3 months during the growing season.
Remove any dead or damaged fronds as needed. Licury Palm does not require heavy pruning.
Common pests include spider mites and mealybugs. Diseases are not common in Licury Palm.
Not suitable for indoor cultivation
Water the plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Licury Palm can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from 20°F (-6°C) to 100°F (38°C).
Spring and summer
Moderate
9b-11
The Licury Palm is an important plant for the indigenous people of Brazil, who use its fruits to make a traditional sweet called 'rapadura'.