Piru Queen Palm Tree
Vs.
Silver Queen Palm Tree

Difference Of Queen Palm Trees?

   Let’s start with the first question about these Queen Palm Trees.

Question: What is the difference (if any) between these nicknames of Queen Palm Trees being sold at garden centers and tree farms?

Answer: There are actually numerous different types of Queen Palm Trees available. However, Unfortunately there are many nicknames being made up out of thin air by clever marketing ploys which makes it confusing on how to determine if you’re buying a different variety of Queen Palm Tree or just buying the same Queen Palm Tree with a different nickname. This is why true palm tree specialists refer to palm trees in their Botanical Names instead of nicknames. Professionals have to know, and are required to list, specific identifying names of trees that are specified in on projects. Nicknames are not considered sufficient due to the vast number of different types, varieties, and sub-species. Having said that, let’s discuss further detail about the Queen Palm Trees and actual “true” types available according to “real” Botanical Names.

   There are actually around 40 types of Queen Palm Trees, but this is too lengthily of a topic for this generic discussion so we will focus on just a couple that have become more of the leading topics discussed by people wanting Queen Palm Trees recently.

The Two Most Asked About Queen Palm Trees Are….

• Piru Queen Palm Tree
• Silver Queen Palm Tree

So let’s dive right into it!

First, Is there any difference at all between the Piru Queen Palm and Silver Queen Palm or are these two names just a marketing gimmick to sell trees?

Surprise!!! They are completely and identifiably two completely different Queen Palm Trees!

As stated above, real palm tree specialists have to use Botanical Names of palm trees and these two trees are indeed different.

“Piru Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) Is a “Arecastrum Romanzoffiana” (Botanical Name)

“Silver Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) Is a “Syagrus Romanzoffiana var. Litoralis” (Botanical Name)

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Which brings me to the second question people ask:

Question: What is the best Queen Palm Tree to buy?

Answer: This all depends on what your expectations are. Are you a person that purchases the “Regular Grade Gasoline” or “Supreme Grade Gasoline”? Some people are just price shopping and that is there only goal when making a purchase, others are just sometimes simply mislead by sales ads or incorrect information.

Let’s start with your location and facts about Queen Palm Tree characteristics. I will let you decide what grade of gasoline is right for you.

Let’s Begin

High Wind Areas: You want a Queen Palm Tree with a thicker trunk

Shade: You want a Queen Palm Tree with a thicker leaflet width and denser canopy of fronds.

Freezing Weather: You need the more cold resistant variety. (Yes, there is one)

Which brings me to the third question people ask:

Question: What is the most cold hardy-tolerant Queen Palm Tree?

Is it the

“Piru Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) Which is a “Arecastrum Romanzoffiana” (Botanical Name)

Or the

“Silver Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) Which is a “Syagrus Romanzoffiana var. Litoralis” (Botanical Name)

This is where I have to carefully base my discoveries upon years of facts, evidence, field work, and study as a palm tree specialist.

FULL DISCLOSURE: Considering that my company sells both of these Queen Palm Trees I believe that I am in a position to write this as an unbiased article. Just thought that I needed to mention that before I proceed. Again, for all of the skeptics, we sell both of the Queen Palm Trees named Arecastrum Romanzoffiana a.k.a. “Piru Queen” and Syagrus Romanzoffiana var. Litoralis a.k.a. “Silver Queen”.



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And the most cold hardy Queen Palm Tree is:

The Silver Queen Palm Tree…. The Silver Queen Palm Tree is the most cold tolerant and freeze resistant Queen Palm Tree that you can buy.

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   First hand knowledge, We sell both the “Arecastrum Romanzoffiana”(Botanical Name) which is now sometimes referred to as “Piru Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) and also the “Silver Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) “Syagrus Romanzoffiana var. Litoralis” (Botanical Name). We have sold both of these Queen Palm Trees for around twenty years in Houston, Texas and surrounding areas and cities. We also can base our decisions on the other facts such as the consideration of we not only sell both types of Queen Palm Trees but also provide laboratory work of the soils and tissues of both of these Queen Palm Trees, installation services, consulting services across the United States about palm trees, perform treatments to sick or dying Queen Palms, and also removal of the ones that die. We have personally handled tens of thousands of palm trees. We have also seen hundreds of “Silver Queen Palms” endure harsh winter weather that caused the “Piru Palms” to perish.

   Our facts are not only based on the information gathered from personally handling Queen Palms and rehabilitating sick Queen Palm Trees or ones damaged from freezes, but also outside research. We have found similar results from discussions and research provided from other Queen Palm Tree growers across the United States and in other parts of the world as well.

   Again let me remind you that we have sold both Queen Palm Tree types. This is not written with a biased opinion as either way. I am just clarifying some facts about the “Arecastrum Romanzoffiana”(Botanical Name) a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) and also the “Silver Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) “Syagrus Romanzoffiana var. Litoralis” (Botanical Name). It doesn’t benefit me either way and there is no purpose in persuasion in this article because we sell both.

   So I bet your wondering, “why sell both types of the “Arecastrum Romanzoffiana”(Botanical Name) a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) and also the “Silver Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) “Syagrus Romanzoffiana var. Litoralis” (Botanical Name)?

Do you like “Regular or Supreme” gasoline?

   As mentioned before, if you’re not in harms way of high winds, do not require a thick dense canopy of fronds for shade, or you are not in danger of severe freezing temperatures then you can purchase a “regular” Queen Palm Tree (“Arecastrum Romanzoffiana”(Botanical Name) a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) .

   However if you are in harms way of high winds, require a thick dense canopy of fronds for shade, or you are in danger of severe freezing temperatures then you can purchase a “supreme” Queen Palm Tree like the “Silver Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) “Syagrus Romanzoffiana var. Litoralis” (Botanical Name).

   Why would somebody buy a less superior or lower quality Queen Palm Tree? I can’t speak about how much these trees cost from other suppliers, but when we sell Queen Palm Trees, we sell the the “Arecastrum Romanzoffiana”(Botanical Name) a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) for a cheaper cost than the “Silver Queen Palm Tree” (Common Name) “Syagrus Romanzoffiana var. Litoralis” (Botanical Name)

Let me explain further, Why is the Silver Queen Palm Tree valued higher than the Piru Queen Palm.

   Well, first of all, the Silver Queen Palm is a tree that withstands cold temperatures better and has a thicker and darker lush canopy than comparison to the Arecastrum Romanzoffiana a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm”. Second, as stated from the earlier discussion, It’s really common sense. One cost more to produce. The heavier the tree and thicker the canopy, the more room these trees consume in the growing fields and also on the trucks while being shipped. Furthermore one type of seed will cost more than the other to begin growing these Queen Palm Trees. Again, since the heavier tree weighs more, expect to pay a little extra during the installation process for that type of tree.

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   This is why we have offered both types of these Queen Palm Trees. We give the customer the option of cost and also considering if they are in a high wind location or an area or zone that is likely to experience freezing temperatures. If this is the scenario, then they may want to invest a little extra and buy the Silver Queen Palm Tree instead of possible replacement costs later of the Piru Palm.

   And to be honest with you, it is difficult for a regular homeowner to tell these trees apart when they are just driving around from different nurseries and time lapses in between travel. That is, until they see these two Queen Palm Trees standing in a side-by-side comparison at our location here in Houston, Texas.

That’s when they always ask us…”What’s the matter with that one on the left?....Is it sick or something?”

Or worse….The customer can always tell the difference later after the freeze hits and their Arecastrum Romanzoffiana a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm” dies. I have seen it hundreds of times.

Last Question: How much should I pay for a Queen Palm Tree?

 Answer:  Prices will vary from different locations, but one thing is for certain, no matter where you are at. If you think your location is edgy or questionable for a Queen Palm Tree to thrive, then buy a Silver Queen Palm Tree. Our Silver Queen Palms happen to be a little more expensive than the other Queens that we sell because one cost more to produce than the other. It may be a little more investment upfront but it’s cheaper than a replacement tree later.

We sell both, so it’s up to you to decide now that you can make an educated decision about the differences between Piru Queens and Silver Queens.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND DISCLAIMER:
This article that you just read on this page is not intended to have a biased opinion. This article is not intended for advertisement for either of the trees or our company, but instead should be used for clarification about the discussions referring to these two Queen Palm Trees

   The Arecastrum Romanzoffiana a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm” is actually one of the least cold tolerant Queen Palm Trees available out of almost 40 different types. As mentioned earlier in this article, there are dozens of types of Queen Palm Trees. We are only discussing these two types of Queen Palm Trees because of recent highly debated discussions around each.

   The main reason that the Arecastrum Romanzoffiana a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm” is offered into the market is due to the fact that it is one of the easiest Queen Palm Trees to obtain, customers think that it looks similar to the Coconut Palm, and they are easy on the consumer’s pocket. The Piru Queen is a very cool looking tree for not a lot of money, but should definitely not be noted for cold tolerance. We inform customers of this so that they understand this prior to making a purchase from us. It would be unethical to claim these Arecastrum Romanzoffiana a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm” as a contender for one of the most cold hardy Queen Palms. Again, full disclosure, we sell both types of Queen Palms to satisfy needs and wants of both types of buyers. You decide which tree is best for you now that you know.

   Still don’t believe me? Here is another resource about the Arecastrum Romanzoffiana a.k.a. “Piru Queen Palm” from a very reputable, celebrity garden show host here in Houston, Texas. While his article incorrectly states “What A Piru Queen Palm Tree Is Indigenous To…”, and needs to be cited and corrected for that, his report of the hundreds of these Piru Queen Palm Trees that die here in Houston, Texas during freezing weather is correct. The Piru Queens just kept dying in heavy freezes according to his article.

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We have no affiliation or endorsement with the garden show host listed above next to the link provided or their own article about the trees discussed here.

This article that you just read on this page is not intended to have a biased opinion. This article is not intended for advertisement for either of the trees or our company, but instead should be used for clarification about the discussions referring to these two Queen Palm Trees.