ARE YOU READY TO GROW RARE TROPICAL EXOTIC PALM TREES, YOU HAVE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE !!!
THESE SEEDS ARE NOT EASY TO GET HOLD OFF AND ARE CONSIDERED VERY RARE IN THE UK AND HARD TO FIND
Flame Thrower Palm Tree Info
Scientific name: Chambeyronia macrocarpa
Common names: The Flame Thrower Palm is also known as Red Feather Palm, Red Leaf Palm, Blushing Palm, Watermelon Palm.
Family: Arecaceae
Origin: The Flame Thrower Palm is native to the island of New Caledonia located east of Australia and north of New Zealand.
Appearance: It has clear single trunk with 10-12ft long pinnate leaves that are growing from a long yellow crownshaft. This palm has a spectacular bright red leaflet that emerges from the dark green crown and lasts for about 2 weeks.
Flowers/Fruits: It produces stalks of small purple flowers that comes from below the crownshaft. Inflorescence is branched. Flowers are followed by small round berrylike green fruits that turn red when ripe.
Growth Rate: Slow. This slow growing palm can get up to 10 – 20 ft tall and 15-20 ft wide.
Outdoor/Indoor Use: Both.
Cold Tolerance: Flame Thrower Palm can resist temperatures down to 20F when mature enough.
Light Req: Full sun to partial shade. It likes full sun but can also grow in partial shade.
Water Req: Moderate. It does best in moist well drained soil.
Maintenance: Easy. To prevent nutritional deficiency, apply good quality palm fertilizer that has continuous release formula twice a year during growing season.
Propagation: Propagated by seed.
Chambeyronia macrocarpa Red Leaf Palm, can be a bit challenging, but with patience and proper care, you can successfully grow this stunning palm. Here are some general steps to germinate the seeds:
- Clean the seeds: Remove any fruit pulp or debris from the seeds by rinsing them under running water. This helps prevent fungal infections during germination.
- Soak the seeds: Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for about 24 hours to help soften the outer seed coat and promote water absorption, which can stimulate germination.
- Prepare the germination medium: Use a well-draining, sterile medium like a mixture of equal parts perlite, peat moss, and coarse sand or vermiculite. This provides adequate drainage and aeration for the seeds, reducing the risk of rot.
- Sow the seeds: Place the seeds on the surface of the germination medium, then lightly cover them with a thin layer of the same medium. The seeds should be spaced out to allow for proper root development and air circulation.
- Maintain warmth and humidity: Place the container with the sown seeds in a warm, humid environment. The ideal temperature for germination is between 25-30°C (77-86°F). You can use a seedling heat mat or place the container in a warm spot to maintain this temperature range. Cover the container with a plastic wrap or lid to help maintain humidity, but make sure to provide some air circulation to prevent mold growth.
- Keep the medium moist: Water the germination medium regularly to keep it consistently moist but not soggy, as this can lead to rot. Use a fine mist spray to avoid disturbing the seeds.
- Be patient: Germination of Chambeyronia macrocarpa seeds can take anywhere from 2 to 6 months, so patience is crucial. Check for signs of germination periodically, and once seedlings begin to emerge, gradually reduce humidity and increase light exposure.
- Transplant the seedlings: Once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves, carefully transplant them into individual pots filled with well-draining potting mix. Keep them in a sheltered, partly shaded location and provide consistent moisture as they continue to grow.
