Coccothrinax miriguama !!

[TikiRick]

I planted out these two Coccothrinax miriguama from a one gallon container in 2000. They were semingly blades of grass at the time.

Now in seed, the violet seeds lend a great contrast to the stark silver/white undersides to the stiff palmate fronds.

I purposely planted these on the waters edge due to the fact they take salt spray, salt water intrusion, harsh wind, and intense heat. These are eastern exposure and most of our storms roll off the Atlantic Ocean, only a mile away, so they have stood the test. Salt water has breached my seawall numerous times, with their roots in salt water. They've also seen 38F with no damage.

Although slow growing, these are now about 25' overall, and certainly worth the wait.

I've also found that the basket weave thatch that is the 'boot' of the old fronds, is perfect for attaching orchids. Which, alone, is yet another interesting characteristic of this palm.

All in all, this Caribbean native rocks. Anyone else growing this? 

[PalmatierMeg]

My favorite genus. I have a miraguama about 7' tall - has a ways to go to match your beauty. Thanks for the photos.

[Palm Tree Jim]

Some great looking miraguama's.

Well done!

[Cocoa Beach Jason]

58 minutes ago, TikiRick said:

I planted out these two Coccothrinax miriguama from a one gallon container in 2000. They were semingly blades of grass at the time.

Now in seed, the violet seeds lend a great contrast to the stark silver/white undersides to the stiff palmate fronds.

I purposely planted these on the waters edge due to the fact they take salt spray, salt water intrusion, harsh wind, and intense heat. These are eastern exposure and most of our storms roll off the Atlantic Ocean, only a mile away, so they have stood the test. Salt water has breached my seawall numerous times, with their roots in salt water. They've also seen 38F with no damage.

Although slow growing, these are now about 25' overall, and certainly worth the wait.

I've also found that the basket weave thatch that is the 'boot' of the old fronds, is perfect for attaching orchids. Which, alone, is yet another interesting characteristic of this palm.

All in all, this Caribbean native rocks. Anyone else growing this? 

Love it thanks for this thread