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Panama Hat Palm

 

Carludovica palmata   In the strictest sense this is not a true palm, but a palm-like plant with tall rounded leaves containing 3-5 segments. This plant does not have a trunk and the leaves grow out from the base.  Flowers will form that produce small red berries.  This plant makes the most perfect indoor tropical look for your home! 

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Item Name: Panama Hat Palm 10 Seed Pack
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Fun Facts:

  • Used to weave Hats

  • The plant originates in Ecuador

  • It takes only 6 leaves to make one hat

  • Flowers are both male and female flowers on the same plant

  • Makes an excellent plant for collectors of plants for the home or greenhouse environment

  • Grown for the beautiful leaf shape and color

  • Another fun plant from seeds of the Rainforest 

Sowing instructions:

  • Soak seed overnight.

  • Sow seed at 64-70°F in standard good draining potting mix.  

Plant Care:

  • Grow in a standard potting mix. 

  • Water  moderately and feed once a month.

  • Transplant when large enough to handle into pots. 

  • Keep humid if in dry conditions by occasional misting.

  • This tree is not fussy about soil type.

  • Zone 10 - 11 for standard growing outdoors otherwise grow as a beautiful greenhouse or house plant.     

 

 

Trivia- How many leaves does it take to make a Panama hat?  Answer

 

 

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