Adonidia Palm Stops Growing: Likely Freeze Damage

History

A 7-foot Adonidia in Florida (planted 3 years ago) lost its smaller trunk a year ago. The main trunk stopped growing 8 months ago; fronds are green but brown-tipped and unopened. Crown feels firm.

Diagnosis

Adonidias are cold-sensitive. A past freeze likely damaged the meristem. The palm is in a slow decline—lingering with green but non-functional crown.

Prognosis

If no new spear emerges in 6–12 months, it will eventually turn mushy and collapse. No treatment reverses meristem damage.

Decision

Monitor. If you want certainty, replace with a hardier palm (foxtail, pindo, windmill).