Mauritiella aculeata (Rio Negro Palm)

Mauritiella aculeata (Rio Negro Palm) long green leaves on tall stalks reaching toward light
Mauritiella aculeata (Rio Negro Palm) with its distinctive long, slender green leaves growing from central stalks.

Botanical name: Mauritiella aculeata

Common names: Rio Negro Palm, Morichito Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Brazil, Columbia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large or medium tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Flood tolerant plantFlood tolerance: High


Mauritiella aculeata (Rio Negro Palm) green plant in a brown container with label tag
Mauritiella aculeata (Rio Negro Palm) with green stems emerging from the soil in a container.
Mauritiella aculeata (Rio Negro Palm) long green leaves on the stem in a container
Mauritiella aculeata (Rio Negro Palm) with long green palm leaves growing from a brown pot.


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