Chamaedorea oblongata

Common names

Tepejilote, Pacayita.

Curiosities

Named ‘oblongata’ for the oblong shape of leaves.

Origin

From Mexico to Nicaragua.

Habitat

Grows in shade, in forests at low altitude, often on limestone soils.

Morphology.

A slender single trunk, up to 3 m tall and only 2 cm in diameter, with prominent annular rings, usually erect although can also creep on soil surface. Three to 8 leaves. Erect inflorescences, with persistent petals. Black ovoid fruits. A very attractive palm.

Climate

Can be grown in warm temperate climate, but does its best in subtropical or tropical.

Germination

Growing

Good as indoor plant. Needs a warm, sheltered and moist position. Suitable even for a warm temperate climate.