| Climate Zone | 9b |
| Min Temp | 25 to 30 F / -4 to -1 C |
| Leaf Type | Bifid |
| Height | 10 Ft / 3 M |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Conservation Status |
Not Evaluated
|
Chamaedorea metallica
Metallic Palm
Sizes
- 3 gallon
About Chamaedorea metallica
This species is a small, slender, solitary stemmed palm with leaves that are spirally arranged at the tip of the stem. Leaves are upright, simple with a bifid tip with a dark-greyish green metallic sheen.
Cultivation Tips
Plant in a location that receives full to partial shade as it is an understory specimen found in rainforests in the wild. It requires consistently moist, well drained soil. Feed regularly during the growing season with a high quality palm fertilizer.
