One of the finest and most elegant palm trees with a delicate and exotic appearance! Very ornamental, it is used as a houseplant and for patios. In gardens it is used as an isolated specimen or in groups.
It is a dwarf palm, with a maximum height of 3-5 m. The leaves, up to 1 m long, are flexible, bright green and very sharp. Small yellow flowers. Fruit in the shape of a globe, dark in color and edible.
It is perfect to introduce oneself in the world of palm trees due to its easy maintenance. Medium development and slow growth.
Before sowing, soak the seeds in running water at room temperature for 24 hours. After draining them, proceed to the sowing with temperatures of 20/30 ºC.
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Flowering |
Average germination (%) | 60 |
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Climate Zone | Mediterranean, Sub-tropical, Temperate areas, Tropical |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Foliage color | Green |
Fruit color | Brown |
Germination (in days) | 40-60 |
Hardiness | Hardy (tolerates temperatures down to -5ºC) |
Plant use | Baskets & Containers, Gardening, Indoor Plant, Low maintenance garden, Singular |
Seeds per gram | 8 |
Soil - Moisture | Well-drained |
Soil - Type | Fertile |
Sunlight - Exposure | Light, Partial shade |
Watering | Moderate |