Coco Palm (Butia capitata) – Jelly Palm Pindo Edible Fruit Tree Houseplant Seeds

Bring a touch of the tropics to your garden or home with Coco Palm Seeds (Butia capitata), also known as the Jelly Palm or Pindo Palm. This beautiful, slow-growing palm is prized for its gracefully arching blue-green fronds and clusters of sweet, edible orange-yellow fruits often used to make jellies and preserves. Highly adaptable and cold-tolerant, the Coco Palm thrives in both containers and outdoor landscapes, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, ornamental, and fruitful palm species.

Features

• Dual-Purpose Palm: Grows as an ornamental or fruit-bearing palm.

• Cold-Hardy Variety: Tolerates mild frost better than most tropical palms.

• Produces Edible Fruit: Yields sweet, tangy orange fruits used for jellies and wines.

• Ideal Houseplant or Landscape Tree: Compact size makes it perfect for patios and gardens.

• Low Maintenance: Drought-resistant once established and requires minimal pruning.

Specifications

• Botanical Name: Butia capitata

• Common Names: Coco Palm, Jelly Palm, Pindo Palm

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Tropical Ornamental Tree Seeds

• Growth Habit: Slow-growing, evergreen palm tree

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

• Watering Needs: Moderate; allow soil to dry between watering

• Germination Time: 30–90 days (may vary by temperature)

• Maturity Period: 5–7 years to fruit-bearing stage

• Planting Season: Spring or early summer

• Planting Depth: 0.5–1 inch (1.2–2.5 cm)

• Spacing: 10–15 feet apart (for outdoor planting)

• Temperature for Germination: 75–85°F (24–29°C)

• Tree Height: 10–20 feet at maturity

• Pollination: Self-pollinating

• Harvest Season: Late summer to early fall

• Uses: Ornamental landscaping, edible fruit, container gardening, and tropical décor

Planting Guide

1. Soak seeds in warm water for 24–48 hours to soften the outer shell.

2. Plant seeds 0.5–1 inch deep in a well-draining sandy soil mix.

3. Maintain warm temperatures (75–85°F) and consistent moisture during germination.

4. Keep seedlings in bright, indirect sunlight until they develop sturdy fronds.

5. Transplant to larger pots or outdoor locations once roots are established.

6. Water moderately and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

7. Feed twice annually with a balanced palm fertilizer during the growing season.