Chile Cocopalm
Jubaea chilensis
- Native to:
- Chile
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Arecaceae
- Genus:
- Jubaea
- Species:
- Jubaea chilensis
- USDA Symbol:
- JUCH3
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 2500 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow, purple
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, small mammals
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy loam soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to central Chile, prefers dry conditions
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 90–365 days
- Notes:
- Seeds are slow and erratic to germinate, requiring warm temperatures around 20-25°C. Fresh seed germinates best; viability declines with storage.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI