Biscayne palm
Coccothrinax argentata
Last reviewed: October 2026
Biscayne palm (Coccothrinax argentata) is a perennial tree native to FL. It blooms in May, June, and July. The flowers draw native bees and flies.
Toxicity unknown
Biscayne palm (Coccothrinax argentata) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
120"–240" H × 60"–96" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
FL
Pollinators
native bees, flies
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A slow-growing, slender palm with round, fan-shaped fronds that are silvery-white underneath. It grows in coastal rockland and hammock habitats, keeping a neat, upright form for decades.
Growing Biscayne palm
Grow Biscayne palm in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 120 to 240 inches tall and spread 60 to 96 inches wide.
Wildlife value
Its small flowers attract native bees and flies, and the dark fruits are eaten by birds.
Common questions
- How much sun does Biscayne palm need?
- Biscayne palm grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Biscayne palm bloom?
- Biscayne palm blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Biscayne palm native?
- Biscayne palm (Coccothrinax argentata) is native to FL, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- What pollinators does Biscayne palm attract?
- Biscayne palm draws native bees and flies.
Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
If something looks wrong
Common plant problems, and what to check first
These come up on almost any plant. Each guide lists the likely causes in the order they are worth ruling out, with one thing to check before you act on any of them, and links to the source it came from.
- It is dying right after planting
- Leaves turning yellow
- Wilting even though I watered it
- Brown crispy leaf tips
- Bugs on the plant
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