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Carludovica palmata

Also Known As

Carludovica Palm
Jipijapa
Jungle Drum
Panama Hat Plant

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 8'-15'

planting zones

10b-12

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Carludovica palmata plant details

Carludovica palmata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carludovica palmata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cyclanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, palm-like, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carludovica palmata

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Carludovica palmata is a beautiful plant in the Cyclanthus family. These South American plants look like Palm trees but is a climber or epiphytic. Later these plants were given there own family. They are closely related to Pandanus. This species grows in a large clump with fan like leaves that are3 to 4 feet across and held up high like umbrellas. The flowers are large, yellow and have long string like pollen. Some people use the leaves are used for crafts. Foliage: Palm like fan leaves, long stems Flowers: Yellow spath Height: 5 to 12 feet