Butia Capitata (Jelly Palm / Pindo Palm)
Butia Capitata (Jelly Palm / Pindo Palm)
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Butia Capitata (Jelly Palm / Pindo Palm) is a hardy evergreen palm known for its graceful blue-grey fronds and strong architectural form. It is ideal for feature planting, coastal gardens, Mediterranean landscapes, and avenue planting where tropical character and year-round structure are desired. Its elegant arching foliage and textured trunk create a striking focal point in both residential and commercial landscapes.
Jelly Palm thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, performing exceptionally well in coastal environments and dry climates once established. It is drought tolerant, hardy, and relatively cold tolerant compared to many tropical palms. Easy to maintain and highly ornamental, it provides lasting landscape impact with minimal care.

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Mature height
4–6 m
Mature width
3–5 m
Spacing
3–5 m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen palm
Foliage
Blue-grey foliage with yellow-orange fruit
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Low maintenance; remove old fronds as required
Root System
Non-invasive fibrous palm root system