Socratea exorrhiza (Walking Palm) - Image 6

Botanical name: Socratea exorrhiza

Common names: Walking Palm, Cashapona

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Central America, South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyPalm or palm-like plant
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Socratea exorrhiza (Walking Palm) green plant with elevated stilt roots above brown forest floor
Socratea exorrhiza (Walking Palm) showing thick woody roots protruding from the ground in muddy soil.
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