African oil palm (Elaeis guineensis)
Oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis) is a tall, perennial tree native to West Africa, widely cultivated in tropical regions for its fruit, which is the primary source of palm oil
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Sunlight
Full Sun
Watering
High
Soil
Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
Temperature
Warm Tropical
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
High Demand
Care Requirements
Full Sun
6-8+ hours direct sun
High
Consistent moisture
Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
Warm Tropical
Ideal 24-30 °C
Outdoor
High Demand
Balanced NPK + micronutrients
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-30 m
Spread
7-10 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Pinnate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderArecales
- familyArecaceae
- genusElaeis
- speciesElaeis guineensis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
The fruit of the oil palm is edible and is the source of palm oil. No parts of the plant are known to be toxic to humans or pets.