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Nannorrhops ritchiana
Mazari palm
Evergreen tree
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The Nannorrhops ritchiana plant species is found in W. Asia - Iran to Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is a member of the Palmae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Mazari palm.

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Latin Name:  Nannorrhops ritchiana
Common Name:  Mazari palm
Family:  Palmae
Author:  H.Wendl.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:  3
 
Habitat:  Open, sparsely vegetated semi-arid desert regions where there is a water table close enough to the surface to provide a continuous supply of moisture[231].



Cultivation Notes:  Little is known about this species cultural requirements, but it probably succeeds in most fertile moist but well-drained soils in a sheltered sunny position[231]. Plants experience very cold winters in their native habitat, though this is accompanied by heavy snow which acts to insulate the plant from the extremes of cold. However, this species should be suitable for cultivation in temperate areas that only experience light frosts[231]. Palms usually have deep penetrating root systems and generally establish best when planted out at a young stage. However, older plants are substantially more cold tolerant than juvenile plants[231]. In areas at the limit of their cold tolerance, therefore, it is prudent to grow the plants in containers for some years, giving them winter protection, and only planting them into their permanent positions when sheer size dictates[231]. Palms can also often be transplanted even when very large. Although the thick fleshy roots are easily damaged and/or dessicated, new roots are generally freely produced. It is important to stake the plant very firmly to prevent rock, and also to give it plenty of water until re-established - removing many of the leaves can also help[231].

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