The Bottle Palm (Hyophorbe lagenicaulis) is a conversation-piece palm from the Mascarene Islands, instantly recognizable by its swollen, bottle-shaped gray trunk. Compact, slow-growing, and naturally tidy, it’s built for small-space tropical landscapes — entry beds, courtyards, and poolside planters where a full-size palm would overwhelm.
Why Florida Customers Choose Us
Bottle Palm Breakdown
Appearance:
A smooth, distinctly bottle-shaped trunk topped with a small crown of 4–8 arching, feathery fronds.
The silhouette is bold and architectural even when young.
Growth Rate:
Slow — it holds its compact scale for many years.
Size:
Typically 8–12 feet at maturity, one of the smallest true palms we carry.
Sunlight Requirements:
Full sun to light partial shade.
Fullest form develops in sun.
Water Needs:
Low to moderate.
Water weekly during establishment; avoid soggy soil — sharp drainage matters more than water volume.
Soil Preferences:
Sandy, well-draining soil; good salt tolerance makes it suitable for coastal yards.
Maintenance:
Very low.
Few fronds means almost no pruning; feed with palm fertilizer 2–3 times a year.
Landscape Use:
Entry accents, courtyard focal points, poolside beds, rock gardens, and large containers.
Pairs well with low groundcovers that show off the trunk.
Climate Tolerance:
USDA zones 10b–11.
Very frost-sensitive — cover during rare cold snaps. Thrives in coastal South Florida.
For a small yard that wants one memorable tropical feature, the Bottle Palm is a natural pick — sculptural, compact, and nearly maintenance-free.
Florida Delivery Available
We have in-stock Bottle Palm ready to ship throughout Florida. Multiple sizes available with professional installation options. Order online or text/call 561-898-2028 for expert advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Plant & Care for Bottle Palm in Florida
Choose Sun + Clearance
Palms prefer full to partial sun. Allow room for frond spread and future trunk growth.
Plant Slightly High
Dig a wide hole and plant with the root ball level to slightly above grade. Palms do not like being buried.
Backfill + Water In
Backfill with native soil and water thoroughly to settle. Avoid compacting too aggressively.
Consistent Watering (Critical)
Water deeply and consistently during the first few weeks. Most palm issues come from under-watering early on.
Fertilizer + Pruning
Remove only fully brown fronds. Apply a slow-release palm fertilizer after the palm has settled in.
Professional Installation Available: Not comfortable planting yourself? We offer expert installation services throughout Florida. Our team has 15+ years of experience ensuring your plants thrive. Call 561-898-2028 to add installation to your order.
What Florida Customers Say
My experiences with Dinos have been wonderful. The communication about my orders & delivery was spot on, the deliveries guys quick, efficient and friendly - they even cleaned up fallen leaves from the driveway. But its the product that shined the most. Healthy, lush, vibrant. The same size posts as local nurseries - but the plants themselves were larger, fuller and more robust than anywhere we shopped. I cant say enough great things about their operations, their services and their products.
After scouring the internet for reviews for Landscapers I came across Dino's Palms and sure glad I did! The owner's husband and wife came and were very helpful picking out everything we wanted! We made a deal on doing my entire property and they personally came with a crew to install in one day! The plants were healthy and beautiful and the price for everything was much cheaper than anyone else!
Do not look any further. These guys are awesome. Punctual, WAY more affordable plants than Home Depot, and the quality of plants delivered were far superior than any nursery I've been to. Great to deal with and very professional. Our installer went above and beyond to insure our satisfaction and he was a true professional.
