Pacaya

Chamaedorea costaricana

Native to:
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panamá

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Arecaceae
Genus:
Chamaedorea
Species:
Chamaedorea costaricana
USDA Symbol:
CHCO27

Growth Characteristics

Height:
400 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers shaded or semi-shaded areas