This tree is valued for its delicious fruit. Reviewed by Kathleen Miller The date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) has a commanding presence. Its arching, gray-green, waxy fronds can reach more than 10 ...

Dates grow on date palms in small clusters. The term date comes from the Greek word daktulos, which means fingers. Farmers ...

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What are Dates? Dates (Phoenix dactylifera) are the fruits of the date palm tree, known for their elongated shape and sweet, caramel-like taste. They come in various varieties, each with its ...