Attalea cephalotus (Shapaja)

Attalea cephalotus, Scheelea cephalotes, Shapaja, American Oil Palm

Botanical names: Attalea cephalotus, Scheelea cephalotes

Common names: Shapaja, American Oil Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: South America

Large tree taller than 20 ftFull sunRegular waterPalm or palm-like plant

A very large solitary palm with big leaves in which all the leaflets are arranged in one plane. Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings.


Similar plants: Attalea cephalotus (Shapaja)




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