Coccothrinax fragrans

🌴 Coccothrinax fragrans – Fragrant Thatch Palm

Belonging to the genus Coccothrinax, this palm is a true Caribbean treasure. Coccothrinax fragrans stands out with its slender, ringed trunk and compact crown of fan-shaped leaves that shimmer with a silver underside. What makes this palm especially unique is its sweetly fragrant flowers—a rare feature in palms—that fill the air with a delicate tropical scent when in bloom. It is admired not only for its ornamental beauty but also for its resilience in warm, sunny climates.

✨ Why We Love It

• Fragrant blossoms—rare among palms
• Beautiful fan-shaped crown with silver tones
• Compact and elegant—perfect for small gardens or collectors
• Drought-tolerant once established

🌱 Care Guide

• Light: Thrives in full sun; tolerates light shade but develops best color in bright exposure.
• Water: Moderate watering. Keep soil evenly moist while young, then allow soil to dry slightly between waterings once established.
• Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil is essential to prevent root rot.
• Temperature: Best in tropical to subtropical climates; protect from frost.
• Fertilizer: Use a slow-release palm fertilizer during the growing season for healthy foliage and flowering.
• Growth: A slow to moderate grower, eventually forming a slender trunk with a neat, rounded crown of fans.

📏 Mature Size

Typically reaches 15–20 ft. tall with a slim trunk, making it manageable and elegant for landscape use or as a collector’s specimen.