Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Arecaceae

Genus:

Bactris

Species:

Bactris hirta var. hirta

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

600 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

cream, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Germination Time:

60–180 days

Notes:

Seeds require fresh collection and warm temperatures for germination. Viability decreases rapidly with storage.

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