40-character summary: Southern California's iconic palm trees, Mexican or needle palms, pose hazards with tattered fronds and fruit-dropping seeds.

400-character summary: Southern California's iconic palm trees, mainly Mexican or needle palms (Washingtonia robusta), dominate the skyline and postcards. Though elegant, they have hazardous tattered fronds and fruit-dropping seeds that sprout in various areas. These trees, also called "California dandelions," are not the best representatives of the palm tree's elegance.

May 25, 2024
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