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Chamaedorea seifrizii is a subtropical palm species growing up to 20 feet tall, though typically smaller in cultivation. It features evergreen pinnately divided leaves that create a feathery appearance, with slender reed-like stems resembling bamboo. The plant produces small yellow flowers arranged in panicles, followed by round black fruits. Its clumping growth habit and tolerance for indoor conditions make it popular as a houseplant.
Plant Care Overview
Care Guide
Essential requirements for your Chamaedorea seifrizii
Light Requirements
Bright indirect light
Light conditions can affect leaf color and growth rate. Adjust placement as needed based on your plant's response.
Watering Schedule
When top 1-2 inches of soil dry out
Humidity Needs
medium humidity
Always check soil moisture before watering. Adjust frequency based on your home's conditions.
Temperature Range
65-80°F (18-27°C)
Native Climate
Native to Central America and southeastern Mexico (Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Yucatán Peninsula)
Keep away from drafts, heaters, and air conditioners which can stress your plant.
Soil Type
Well-draining potting mix with organic matter
Fertilizer
Balanced houseplant fertilizer during growing season
Consider repotting every 1-2 years to refresh soil nutrients and accommodate growth.
Propagation
Methods to grow more Chamaedorea seifrizii plants
Division of clumps or fresh seeds
Plant Info
Characteristics and background information
Central America and southeastern Mexico (Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Yucatán Peninsula)
slow
Up to 20 feet tall in wild, typically 4-7 feet indoors
Perennial
Pet safety unknown
Indoor Blooming
This plant can produce flowers indoors when given proper care.
Bloom Season
Spring to summer
Flower Description
Small yellow flowers arranged in branched panicles, with male and female flowers on separate plants
Fun Fact
Cultivated by ancient Maya civilization as ornamental plants around villages and temples, sometimes for religious purposes.
Troubleshooting
Solutions for typical issues with your Chamaedorea seifrizii
Fine webbing on leaves, yellow stippling on foliage
Brown bumps on stems/leaves, sticky honeydew residue
Yellowing leaves, mushy stems, foul soil odor
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