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Botanical Name: Butia capitata
Common Name(s): Jelly Palm, Pindo Palm, Wine Palm
Available Height (Range): 6 to 20 ft
Category: Shrubs + Ornamental / Landscaping / Palm
Growth Habit: Evergreen, slow-growing
Best Use: Indoor decoration (large spaces), offices, hotels, living rooms, balconies, resorts, lobbies, restaurants, outdoor landscapes
Climate Suitability: Grows well in tropical and subtropical climates; also tolerates mild cold and performs well in open, sunny locations
Maintenance: Low (minimal watering once established, full to partial sunlight, occasional pruning)

The Butia capitata (Butia capitata), commonly known as the Jelly Palm or Pindo Palm, is a highly attractive ornamental palm valued for its graceful arching fronds and strong landscape presence. This palm is widely used in premium landscaping projects due to its unique bluish-green foliage and compact yet bold structure. It has become a popular choice for resorts, hotels, farmhouses, villas, parks, and avenue plantations across India and other warm regions of the world.

This palm stands out for its hardy nature and excellent adaptability. Unlike many ornamental palms, the Jelly Palm can tolerate varying climate conditions, including moderate cold and drought once established. Its slow growth and neat appearance make it easy to manage, while its decorative value remains high throughout the year. Because of its resilience and low-maintenance needs, Butia capitata is suitable for both professional landscaping projects and long-term garden planning.

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Butia capitata Features

• Attractive arching fronds with bluish-green to grey-green color

• Strong, stout trunk that adds character to landscapes

• Evergreen palm with year-round ornamental appeal

• Slow-growing and easy to maintain

• Tolerates drought, heat, and mild cold conditions

• Performs well in full sun to partial shade

• Suitable for large pots, open lawns, and avenue plantations

• Adds a premium tropical and Mediterranean look to spaces

Butia capitata Applications

The Butia capitata palm is widely used in residential and commercial landscaping projects. It is commonly planted in resort gardens, hotel lawns, farmhouses, villas, and large residential landscapes where a distinctive palm variety is required. Its arching leaves create a soft yet bold visual effect, making it ideal as a focal plant in gardens and open spaces.

In commercial landscaping, this palm is used in parks, corporate campuses, road medians, and luxury housing projects. It is also suitable for large decorative planters placed in hotel entrances, lobbies, and open courtyards. Due to its adaptability and elegant appearance, landscape architects often select Butia capitata for long-term plantation projects.

Butia capitata Benefits

Ornamental Value: Enhances landscapes with its unique leaf color and form
Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care after establishment
Stress Reduction: Creates calm and refreshing outdoor environments
Adaptability: Grows well in diverse climate and soil conditions
Durability: Long-living palm suitable for permanent landscaping
Multi-Purpose Plant: Ideal for lawns, avenues, resorts, and decorative plantations

Additional Insights

Palm trees like Butia capitata have gained strong popularity in modern landscaping due to their durability and unique appearance. In India, there is increasing demand for hardy ornamental palms that can withstand heat, limited water supply, and long-term outdoor exposure. The Jelly Palm fulfills these requirements while maintaining a premium visual appeal.

At Saharanpur Nursery, we supply healthy, well-grown Butia capitata palms in sizes ranging from 6 ft to 20 ft. Our palms are naturally cultivated and suitable for large-scale landscaping, real estate projects, resorts, and institutional plantations. We ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery across India and for export requirements.

Why Buy from Saharanpur Nursery?

• Bulk supply at wholesale prices

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• Trusted by architects, developers, hotels, and landscapers

• Healthy, naturally grown plants with expert assistance

The Butia capitata (Jelly Palm) is an excellent choice for those seeking a hardy, elegant, and low-maintenance ornamental palm. Its graceful foliage, strong structure, and long lifespan make it one of the best landscaping palms for Indian conditions. Whether used in resorts, hotels, farmhouses, or large landscape developments, this palm adds timeless beauty and value to any green space.

Order Ornamental Plants in bulk today from Saharanpur Nursery – your reliable wholesale plant supplier in India.