Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Arecaceae

Genus:

Chamaedorea

Species:

Chamaedorea seifrizii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Native Range

United States: Florida

Host Plant for Caterpillars

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, humid environments