Canary Island Date Palms (Phoenix canariensis)

Canary Island Date Palms (Phoenix canariensis)

This large palm tree is very widely used and becomes a focal point for many landscape installations. It is native to the Canary Islands off the North West coast of Africa.

Please see our information about the fusarium wilt disease threat to this palm on a separate page.

Fungal Diseases: Canary Island Date Palms are affected by: Fusarium Wilt (click link for more information), Dothiorella, Pink Rot (Gliocladium), Bud & Root Rot (Phytophthora) and Graphiola leaf spot (false smut).

Insect Pests: The Palm leaf skeletonizer has been found in Southern California and causes damage which can be severe in some circumstances. Treatment for this pest is through foliar spray treatment with a selection of both inorganic and organic insecticides.

Consult with Plant-Tek, Inc. or Dr. Henry Donselman for diagnosis and control recommendations.

Canary Island Date Palm

Canary Island Date Palm - First
Signs of Fusarium Wilt Disease

Destroying a Canary Island Date
Palm Through Reckless Over-pruning

~ Diagnosis by licensed pest control advisors
~ Organic outside pest control
~ Palm tree diagnosis and treatment
~ Lawn and turf care

~ Commercial landscape pest control
~ Rodent control
~ Tree disease diagnosis and treatment
~ Parks, schools and golf courses