Mazari palm
It grows naturally in desert areas. It grows on infertile stony soils. In the mountains the palms can be covered with snow for extended periods. It is hardy and very cold tolerant. It requires a sunny position. It can be grown in tropical and subtropical places. It grows naturally in the deserts and hills of Pakistan and in the mountains of Afghanistan. It can grow in arid places. In Townsville palmetum.
Also known as:
Fees, Mazri, Patha, Pish
Synonyms
- Chamaerops ritchiana Griff.
Edible Portion
- Flowers, Fruit, Leaves, Kernel, Nuts, Seeds, Palm heart, Cabbage
Where does Mazari palm grow?
Found in: Afghanistan, Arabia, Asia, Australia, India, Iran, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka
Notes: There is only one Nannorrhops species.
Growing Mazari palm
Cultivation: The seed should be soaked in water then planted. They germinate quite easily. They do not transplant easily. Clumps can be divided but plants can be slow to establish.
Edible Uses: The very young leaves are eaten as a vegetable. The flesh of the fruit is eaten. The flowers are eaten.
Production: Plants are very slow growing.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
Mazari palm Photos
References
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