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Chamaedorea cataractarum

Cascade Palm

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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