Palm fur

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  1. Palm Nut

    Palm Nut Active Member 10 Years

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    Is the brown "fur" around the trunk of trachies normal? I don't see that around other palm trees in warmer climates except near the top.
     
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  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Yes, it is normal.

    Whether it has anything to do with insulating the stem in winter, I don't know.
     
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    Carol Ja Active Member 10 Years

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    Some people go to great lengths to shave off all the fur.
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    I wonder if these people do the same with their pet dogs and cats?? ;-)
     
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    LPN Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    Shaving all the fur off of your pet? That's a new one on me.

    Cheers, LPN.
     
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