{"product_id":"bjergpalme-chamaedorea-tepejilote-fro-10-stk","title":"Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea tepejilote) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eChamaedorea tepejilote\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bjergpalme, tepejilote-palme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pacaya palm, tepejilote palm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaedorea tepejilote\u003c\/em\u003e is better known as the Pacaya palm – an exciting palm from the humid rainforests of Central America, where it has been cultivated for generations both as a useful and ornamental plant. The species is particularly known for its young inflorescences, which are still considered a delicacy in, among other places, Guatemala and southern Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palm grows naturally on the forest floor from Mexico to Panama, where it thrives in partial shade under the canopy of tall trees. This origin makes it more shade-tolerant than many other palms, which has contributed to its popularity among collectors and plant enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant, dark green leaves and slender trunks give the plant a classic tropical look. At the same time, it is one of the largest species in the \u003cem\u003eChamaedorea\u003c\/em\u003e genus, making it especially attractive to growers who want a more prominent rainforest palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in exotic palms from all over the world, you can also explore the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/palmefro\" title=\"Our collection of various palm seeds\"\u003epalm seed\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaedorea tepejilote\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in light to partial shade and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHumus-rich and well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent moisture without being constantly waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHigh humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWarm and stable temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-drained palm potting mix or tropical plant soil with high organic content is ideal. During the growing season, you can supplement with a mild, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/okologisk-godning-450-ml\" title=\"Liquid organic fertilizer\"\u003eorganic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e to support healthy growth and beautiful foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is not frost-tolerant and in Denmark, it is best grown as an indoor, greenhouse, or conservatory plant. The temperature should ideally be kept above 15 °C all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the species naturally grows on the rainforest floor, direct and harsh midday sun should be avoided, especially for young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing from seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds of \u003cem\u003eChamaedorea tepejilote\u003c\/em\u003e germinate best under warm and humid conditions. For the best result, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSoaking in lukewarm water for 24–48 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSowing in a well-drained and slightly moist soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature of 24–28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHigh humidity during germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination typically occurs within 1–6 months but can be irregular. The young plants grow moderately and gradually develop their characteristic pinnate leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaedorea tepejilote\u003c\/em\u003e is grown as both an ornamental and a collector's palm. The species stands out from many other palms due to its long history as a useful plant, where the young inflorescences are harvested as \"pacaya\" and used in Central American cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor palm collectors, the species is particularly interesting because of its combination of elegant rainforest growth, good shade tolerance, and intriguing cultural history. While species such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/hardfor-dvaergpalme-chamaedorea-radicalis-fro-10-stk?\" title=\"Hardy dwarf palm (Chamaedorea radicalis) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaedorea radicalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are often grown for their unusual cold tolerance, \u003cem\u003eChamaedorea tepejilote\u003c\/em\u003e is best known as the classic Pacaya palm with edible inflorescences and a long tradition as a useful plant in Central America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaedorea tepejilote\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow a beautiful and unique palm from scratch – a species with tropical elegance, fascinating uses, and high collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44333050298636,"sku":"EF-PA-002","price":2.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/products\/Chamaedoreatepejilote.jpg?v=1680089791","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/bjergpalme-chamaedorea-tepejilote-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}