Palm or palm-like plant - Plant Encyclopedia Results (Page 4)

Carludovica palmata is not a true palm. Its leaves are different from the leaves of true palms, and unlike true palms it does not develop a woody trunk.

Carludovica sp. is a low-growing, palm-like stove plant. The flowers of the species are separate sexes, arranged in a cylindrical spiral form and close together in small squares. Its leaves are stiff and deeply divided into two to five divisions. It is a very ornamental species and can be used as a beautiful tropical garden addition.

Carludovica sp. prefers full sun exposure and warm temperatures of at least 55 degrees in USDA zone 10-11. It thrives best in a soil mix of two parts peat and one part sandy loam and should be kept lightly moist throughout the growing season. Additionally, it should be pruned regularly in order to keep its growth under control. For optimal growth, these plants should be placed in containers with well-drained soil.

This species is native to tropical regions of South America including Peru, Colombia, and other areas. Carludovica sp. can reach heights of up to 20 feet. Its rich foliage and vibrant color will bring life and beauty to any home. Enjoy!

This plant needs plenty of sun. A very slender and elegant palm from northern Australia with gracefully recurving, V-shaped leaves. It is suitable for mild subtropical and tropical climates and, if heavily fertilized and watered, will develop with breathtaking speed. Carpentarias can be used indoors, being popular triple planted. In a community of mixed species they will outgrow the others, adding height to the garden quickly.

Caryota gigas is the largest of the Fishtail palms is prized for its ornamental foliage. It is a welcome sight in many gardens and landscapes where a big tree is desired. The Thai Mountain Giant can tolerate temperatures as low as 25 F.

In order to get the most beautiful, lush foliage, the Caryota gigas should be grown in full sun or semi-shade. It is important to keep the soil moist as the palm will wilt when overly dry. The Thai Mountain Giant is relatively easy to maintain. It is recommended that once a month you should apply a slow-release fertilizer, as well as a feed with a higher concentrate of potassium and magnesium. With the right care, the Caryota gigas can grace your garden with its lush foliage and stunning yellow blooms.

The best-known and perhaps prettiest of the genus, this is a clustering species with leaflets shaped like fishes tails. It is tolerant of low light, and requires lots of water at all times of the year. This, together with an occasional feed, will ensure its good health. Good interior palm.

Monocarpic palm exhibiting an erect single trunk, up to 98 ft tall, bearing ringed scars left by fallen leaves. The trunk reaches its maximum height before bloom. Leaves are 9 to 20 ft long. Flowers are unisexual on monoecious plants, alternating on apical, branched inflorescences, enveloped by 2 carinate, marginally fibrous spathes. Fruits, as large as cherries, are globose and reddish. Blooms appear from top to lower branches, and after the last bloom on the lowest level the palm dies. The sap of this palm is very high in simple sugars. In India and other Asian countries, the palm is tapped for its syrup which is often fermented into an alcoholic beverage called toddy. The syrup is also processed into a granular sugar called jaggery.

Chamaedorea cataractarum (Cat palm) is a small to medium-sized palm native to Mexico. It typically grows between 2 and 5 feet tall, but can reach up to 10 feet with age. The Cat palm has a robust upright trunk and deep green leaflets. It is considered semi-shade loving, and prefers some shade during the heat of the day but will tolerate full sun in cooler regions.

When it comes to caring for the Cat palm, it's important to keep the soil moist at all times. While it is tolerant of drier conditions, its best to water the plant at least once a week to maintain optimal growth and health. An occasional misting of the foliage is beneficial and helps keep dust off the leaves.

The Cat palm is a wonderful choice for both indoors and outdoors, and with its ability to thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11, it can be grown as a house plant in colder regions as well. When grown indoors, the plant should be placed in a location where it will get adequate light but not direct sun exposure.

The Cat palm is an easy-to-care for and attractive house plant. With a bit of attention, it can be kept looking its best, and can bring a touch of the tropics to any living space.

One of the most popular palms in the world, its ability to put up with low light, drought and general abuse is legendary. Additionally it flowers when still quite young. Too well known to need any description, it has been in use since Victorian times and is suitable for home or conservatory. A very attractive, small, single stemmed palm, to about 6ft tall, with light green colors, pinnate leaves. Its usually seen in clumps, since it looks more attractive this way, however this is just due to multiple seeds being sown together.

The popular and much loved metallic palm is the only palm that has foliage with a dark metallic blue green sheen like the color of gunmetal. This single stemmed palm has leaves in the shape of a chalice or fishs tail being simple, undivided and notched at the tip. Chamaedorea metallica occurs naturally in thick wet forests along the Atlantic slope and lowland rainforests of Mexico. Thrives in moist, humus rich soil and is tolerant of alkaline limestone soils. Naturally undemanding for nutrients, metallic palm responds very well to regular applications of palm fertilizer. Metallic palm grows naturally in the understory of dense forests, and is tolerant of deep shade and low light conditions. Grows well outdoors in deep shade or medium-bright light. As a houseplant, it thrives with 10-12 hours/day of artificial light. Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 - 12. Mature and established plants have been reported to tolerate temperatures down to 28ºF for four days with no leaf damage.

Naturally tolerant of low light conditions, metallic palms are perfect for understory plantings and ideal as houseplants. Metallic palm stands out as a small accent plant due to its remarkable metallic evergreen foliage that provides spectacular backdrop for flowering plants in shade gardens. The metallic palm also will grow beautifully on the eastern side of a house where it will get little or no sunlight.

This attractive indoor palm produces long bamboo-like canes which in time form a tall, columnar shaped plant, perfect for today's interiors. In common with other chamaedoreas it tolerates low light well, requires a rich soil with an abundance of water and is generally reliable, and exceptionally easy to look after. Keep it out of direct light, feed during the growing season, and keep the soil slightly moist all the time.