Astrocaryum

Astrocaryum is a genus of about 36 to 40 species of palms native to Central and South America and Trinidad. Astrocaryum is a genus of spiny palms with pinnately compound leaves–rows of leaflets emerge on either side of the axis of the leaf in a feather-like or fern-like pattern. Some species are single-stemmed, while others grow in multi-stemmed (caespitose) clumps. They are pleonanthic—they flower repeatedly over the course of their lifespan—and monoecious.

Scientific classification

Genus

Astrocaryum (Astrocaryum)

Family

Palm

Order

Palms, bullanocks, and allies

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Evergreen

Leaf type

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Species

Astrocaryum sciophilum Black palm Astrocaryum mexicanum

Care Guide for Astrocaryum

Every week

Water

Full shade

Sunlight

Propagation: Propagation of astrocaryum primarily occurs via seed, requiring warm temperatures, high humidity, and fertile, well-drained soil. Scarify or soak seeds before planting, maintain a warm, moist environment, and provide indirect sunlight post-emergence. Transplant seedlings when they are strong enough to handle.

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