Chamaedorea

Family Arecaceae. Native to Central America. The genus includes about 100 species. This is one of the most suitable palms for indoor cultivation, as it grows fairly slowly and tolerates some shading well. In addition, this palm flowers at a young age. Chamaedoreas are often sold already in bloom. Under indoor conditions Chamaedorea grows up to 1 m and does not take much space. Flowering is not tied to the seasons.

Chamaedorea concolor - a clumping plant with numerous stems; the leaves are thinner and longer than those of the previous species. Flowers are yellowish. This little palm is one of the most undemanding and shade-tolerant.

Chamaedorea elegans - a clumping plant, it has several stems, each bearing 6-7 pinnate leaves. Flowers are light yellow or orange, gathered in a loose panicle. Another name for this palm is Neanthe bella, Collinia elegans.

Chamaedorea ernesti-augusti - has a single trunk, with few leaves; they are not pinnate but entire, forked at the tip. A characteristic feature is aerial roots at the stem nodes. Flowers are red.



Temperature: Moderate 16-20°C, in winter (from October to February) cool, about 12-15°C. In summer the plant is taken outdoors to the garden or balcony for fresh air with mandatory shading from direct sunlight. Avoid drafts.

Lighting: A bright place, light semi-shade; protection from direct sunlight is mandatory. Indoors a spot near an east, west, or north window is suitable.

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