Canary Island Date Palm is also widely known as the Pineapple Palm. The date palm tree is easily recognized through its crown of leaves and trunk characteristics. When Canary Palms are pruned properly, the bottom of the crown, also called the nut, appears to have a pineapple shape. It's not uncommon to see Canary Island Date palms, pruned and trimmed to enhance the appearance. The Canary Island Date Palm is a stately palm tree that hails from a group of islands off the coast of Africa called the Canary Islands. These date bearing palm trees have been adorning the most beautiful homes and businesses across the world with their majestic look. The Canary Island Date Palm comes from the Phoenix Lineage and hence is equipped with sharp needle-point thorns that run up along the leaf stem. The Canary Island Date palm stands by itself and needs no introduction, it is found in all the main resorts and cosmopolitan centers across any tropical or sub-tropical areas. Canary Island Date palm is a wonderful specimen for those that want to make a statement. The Canary Island Date palm is very meticulous when it is a small plant but when full grown offers a more stable easy-maintenance routine. As long it is watered every now and then and fertilized 3 to 4 times a year, the Canary Island Date palm tree will grow to its massive stately size and crown its top with large 10 to 15 feet long deep-green leaves that spiral around giving the tree its rightful crown.