Washingtonia robusta
Exotic: from north-western Mexico.
Dimensions: tall palm to 20m over a very long time.
Flower: cream colour sprays.
Flower season: summer.
Uses: will grow from Melbourne through to the tropics, excellent avenue, park, specimen tree and along driveways. Has been used as large containerised specimen in city areas.
Soil type: tolerates a wide range of well-drained soils.