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Chamaedorea microspadix

Also Known As

Hardy Bamboo Palm

Plant type

palm / cycad

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

7b-10b

Chamaedorea microspadix plant details

Chamaedorea microspadix is an evergreen palm / cycad with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaedorea microspadix

Plant type: palm / cycad
Plant family: arecaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaedorea microspadix

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Handsome and useful, this dense clustering palm from Mexico with dark green leaves, pendulous orange-red fruits, and a bamboo-like appearance is an all-around winner. "Microspadix" refers to the tiny white flowers that appear on small stalks prior to forming berries, which emerge green and then ripen in color by late summer. 8-10' tall x 4-5' wide and very easy to grow. Best in part to full sun with moist, well-drained soil and regular fertilizer. Excellent container plant for patios, entryways, or even indoors in good light. Quite frost hardy, to USDA zone 7b, around 5 degrees.