jelly palm

Also known as: pindo palm

An elegant palm with long, arching, grey-green leaves. Tolerant of cold and wet conditions it can make a great specimen plant in mild areas, but will require some protection in areas with very harsh winter weather

Scientific classification

Species: jelly palm (Butia capitata)
Genus: Butia
Family: Arecaceae

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Toxicity: Palms
Plant type: 4-8 metres
Height: 1.5-2.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Columnar upright
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of jelly palm

Distribution map

Brazil to Uruguay

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of jelly palm

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jelly palm care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by sowing seed at 25°C in spring

Growing

If growing in pots, use a loam-based compost and position in full sun. Water freely in summer and apply a balanced liquid feed weekly. In very cold areas the pots should be moved to a sheltered corner or greennhouse over winter. In milder areas plant into the ground in spring, selecting a sheltered site where the ground does not become waterlogged. See palm cultivation outdoors for further information

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