LA planted thousands of palm trees before hosting the 1932 Olympics. Now they're approaching the end of their lifespans.

Be aware the species isn’t as drought- or storm-tolerant as some palm trees, and it’s susceptible to various fungal diseases.

They make up a picturesque sunny California dream: Palm trees fanned out, with leafy crowns silhouetted against the backdrop of an orange sunset. But despite this signature look, most palm trees ...