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Red Feather Palm (Chamberyronia macrocarpa) |
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This slow growing palm from New Caledonia has a preference for shade and is known for the bright red frond that stands erect like a feather when it first opens. This palm has an unusually beautiful architectural aspect and makes a stunning specimen in a shaded or under story landscape. The trunks display a gray to greenish gray coloring with widely spaced light-colored rings. Mature fronds are deep bluish green. This species like moist , humus-laden, but well-drained soil. Besides having the gorgeously colored fronds, this palm has an even more incredibly beautiful form. Specification Mature Height: 35 feet Hardiness Zone: 9B-11 Salt Tolerance: Moderate Drought Tolerance: Moderate Light Preference: Full shade to partial shade |
