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Chamaedorea microspadix

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A small, suckering palm to 1.5m, with groups of cane-like stems and arching, feathery leaves composed of lance-shaped leaflets. Mature plants may produce drooping clusters of small pale yellow flowers in summer. It makes a good house or conservatory plant, and is tolerant of temperatures as low as -5°C if kept dry

Scientific classification

Species: Chamaedorea microspadix (Chamaedorea microspadix)
Genus: Chamaedorea
Family: Arecaceae

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Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse · Palms · Houseplants
Plant type: 1-1.5 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of Chamaedorea microspadix

Distribution map

Eastern Mexico

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Chamaedorea microspadix

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Chamaedorea microspadix care guide

Even soft soil moisture, minimal surface drying allowed between waters
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Even soft soil moisture, minimal surface drying allowed between waters

Fertilizing

Diluted tropical palm foliage feed monthly spring through early autumn

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by sowing seed in spring at 25°C

Growing

Grow in pots of multipurpose compost in bright, filtered light with protection from direct summer sun. Water moderately in growth and apply a balanced liquid feed every month during the growing season; mist daily to increase humidity. See palm cultivation indoors for further information

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