{"product_id":"bla-viftepalme-chamaerops-humilis-var-cerifera-fro-10-stk","title":"Blue Mediterranean Fan Palm (Chamaerops humilis var. cerifera) | seeds, 6 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRARE | FROST TOLERANT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eChamaerops humilis\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecerifera\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blå viftepalme, blå middelhavsviftepalme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Mediterranean fan palm, Atlas mountain palm, blue fan palm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaerops humilis\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecerifera\u003c\/em\u003e is a particularly beautiful blue-grey form of the well-known European fan palm. It originates from North Africa and is especially associated with the dry and sunny landscapes of the Atlas Mountains in Morocco, where it grows under conditions of strong sun, limited rainfall, and significant temperature fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most striking feature of this variant is the stiff, fan-shaped leaves, which develop a distinct silver-blue to blue-grey color. The color is due to a waxy layer on the leaf surface, which, among other things, helps the plant protect itself against strong sun and dehydration. In a sunny location, the blue color becomes particularly vivid, giving the plant an almost metallic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the common \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/chamaerops-humilis-5-stk?\" title=\"Viftepalme (Chamaerops humilis) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaerops humilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, it grows relatively slowly and often forms multiple stems from the base. Over time, it can therefore develop into a dense and architectural palm with several crowns. Its slow growth also makes it well-suited for cultivation in large pots for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the Cretan date palm, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kretisk-daddelpalme-phoenix-theophrasti-fro-10-stk?\" title=\"Kretisk daddelpalme (Phoenix theophrasti) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhoenix theophrasti\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cem\u003eChamaerops humilis\u003c\/em\u003e is among the very few palm species that occur naturally in Europe. Var. \u003cem\u003ecerifera\u003c\/em\u003e, on the other hand, has its natural distribution in North Africa and is of particular interest to collectors due to its very characteristic leaf color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are fascinated by palms, you can explore our entire \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/palmefro\" title=\"Samling af palmefrø\"\u003eselection of palm seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, where you will find seeds from a wide range of different palm species – from classic fan and date palms to rarer tropical collector's species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue fan palm is a robust palm that is naturally adapted to sunny and relatively dry locations. It prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun – preferably as much sun as possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eModerate watering and the ability to dry out slightly between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA warm and protected location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLess water during the cooler part of the year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood drainage is especially important, particularly in winter. A mineral-based and well-drained substrate helps prevent the roots from sitting constantly wet in cool weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is among the more cold-tolerant palms and is therefore interesting for palm enthusiasts in cooler climates. Established plants can tolerate frost, but hardiness depends, among other things, on the size of the plant, how long the frost lasts, wind conditions, and especially winter humidity. Under Danish conditions, cultivation in a pot with frost-free or cool overwintering is the safest solution. Attempts at planting outdoors should be made in a very protected, sunny, and well-drained location with the possibility of winter protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation from seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds of \u003cem\u003eChamaerops humilis\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecerifera\u003c\/em\u003e can advantageously be soaked in lukewarm water for 24–48 hours before sowing. The water can be changed along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSow the seeds in an airy and well-drained sowing medium (alternatively, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/pose-spire-metoden\" title=\"pose-spire-metoden til spiring af frø\"\u003ebaggy method\u003c\/a\u003e can be used)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCover them with approximately 1–2 cm of soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the temperature around 22–28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil slightly moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBe patient – palm seeds can germinate irregularly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- See also our article on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/spiring-af-palmefro\" title=\"spiring af palmefrø\"\u003egerminating palm seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination can take from a few weeks to several months, and individual seeds can take significantly longer to germinate than the rest. The seed tray or pots should therefore not be discarded just because not all seeds germinate at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe young plants may initially have relatively green leaves. The characteristic blue-grey color typically becomes more apparent as the plant grows larger and is cultivated in very bright and sunny conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue fan palm is particularly sought after for its combination of compact growth, good robustness, and spectacular silver-blue leaves. Compared to the common green \u003cem\u003eChamaerops humilis\u003c\/em\u003e, var. \u003cem\u003ecerifera\u003c\/em\u003e has a distinctly cooler and more exotic appearance that goes particularly well with, for example, agaves, yuccas, and other drought-tolerant Mediterranean plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the palm collector, it is also interesting as a palm that does not require tropical conditions year-round. Its origin in the dry mountain regions of North Africa has made it a robust and adaptable plant, which with age can develop into an impressive specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaerops humilis\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecerifera\u003c\/em\u003e is therefore an obvious choice for those who want to grow a characterful palm from seed – and especially for the collector who loves bluish and silvery plants.\u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Spiring af palmefrø\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/spiring-af-palmefro\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54003899531532,"sku":null,"price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Chamaerops_humilis_var._cerifera_1.jpg?v=1737030276","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/bla-viftepalme-chamaerops-humilis-var-cerifera-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}