Also known as Jelly Palm · 18 saves
Butia
Butia, the genus most gardeners know as jelly palm. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Butia varieties
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Save the Butia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Butia questions
How many types of Butia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Butia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 18 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Butia grow in?
Across its varieties, Butia covers USDA Zones 8–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Butia bloom?
Most Butia varieties bloom in late summer, late spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Butia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.