Chamaedorea cataractarum
Cascade Palm
Description
A very graceful and beautiful palm forming thickets of arching deep green leaves. As a palm for dark, damp corners of the garden this is a must-have. Surprisingly hardy too.
Origin
Southern Mexico and Central America
Form and size
Small, clustering palm to 1.5m.
Preferred habitat
Grows particularly well in damp, boggy areas sheltered from full sun and winds. Can however happily tolerate full sun if kept well watered.
Growth rate
MediumRate
Outdoors
Yes
Indoors
Yes (shaded, humid position)
Wind
Some tolerance
Sea winds
Low tolerance
Sun
Some tolerance
Dryness
Low tolerance
Frost
To -3°C
As an indoor plant
Gorgeous! Needs humidity and a dark location.
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