{"product_id":"houailou-rodbladet-palme-chambeyronia-houailouensis-fro-2-stk","title":"Houailou Red-leaf Palm (Chambeyronia houailouensis) | seeds, 2 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eEXTREMELY RARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eChambeyronia houailouensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Houailou Rødbladet Palme\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flame Thrower Palm (often used for the genus), Houailou Red Leaf Palm\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe have succeeded in obtaining a few seeds of this fantastic, beautiful, and very rare palm. Unfortunately, they are available in very limited numbers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/span\u003e The seeds must be sown immediately upon receipt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChambeyronia houailouensis\u003c\/em\u003e is a very rare palm from the Houaïlou region of New Caledonia and is considered by many collectors to be one of the most exclusive species in the genus. Just like the better-known \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/flammepalme-chambeyronia-macrocarpa-fro-2-stk\" title=\"Flame Thrower Palm (Chambeyronia macrocarpa) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChambeyronia macrocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the species is famous for its spectacular new leaves, which often emerge in vibrant shades of red, bronze, or pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palm grows naturally in humid tropical forests, where it develops a slender trunk and a crown of large, elegant, pinnate leaves. The colorful new leaves provide a beautiful contrast to the older dark green leaves and make each new growth period something special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the two species are very similar, \u003cem\u003eChambeyronia houailouensis\u003c\/em\u003e remains significantly rarer in cultivation than \u003cem\u003eChambeyronia macrocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e. Its rarity and limited availability have made the species particularly sought after among dedicated palm collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in rare palms, you can also explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/palmefro\" title=\"Our selection of palm seeds\"\u003eselection of palm seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, including \u003cem\u003eChambeyronia macrocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e and other exciting species from New Caledonia and the tropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChambeyronia houailouensis\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in bright, filtered light or light semi-shade and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained but moisture-retentive soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEven moisture without sitting in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHigh humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWarm conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-drained palm soil or tropical plant soil with high organic content is suitable. During the growing season, it can be beneficial to supplement with a mild \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/langtidsvirkende-okologisk-godning-tropisk\" title=\"Long-acting organic fertilizer for tropical plants\"\u003eorganic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e to support healthy growth and beautiful leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palm is not frost-tolerant and, in Denmark, is best suited for indoor cultivation, in a greenhouse, or a conservatory. The temperature should be kept stable above 15 °C, and it thrives best at even higher temperatures during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the species originates from humid forest environments, it does not like drying out and is best kept in a protected location without direct, harsh midday sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation from seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds of \u003cem\u003eChambeyronia houailouensis\u003c\/em\u003e require warmth and patience to germinate. For the best result, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSoaking in lukewarm water for 1–3 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSowing in a well-drained, slightly moist soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA temperature of 25–30 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConstant, light moisture without overwatering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination can be slow and irregular, typically taking 1–3 months, sometimes longer. The young plants grow slowly but gradually develop their characteristic leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChambeyronia houailouensis\u003c\/em\u003e is grown primarily as an ornamental and collector's palm. It is particularly the combination of its rarity, its origin in New Caledonia, and the spectacular new leaves that have made the species sought after by palm enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors, the species represents an opportunity to grow one of the more exclusive members of the \u003cem\u003eChambeyronia\u003c\/em\u003e genus. While many dream of \u003cem\u003eChambeyronia macrocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eChambeyronia houailouensis\u003c\/em\u003e is often the choice for those who want something even rarer in their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChambeyronia houailouensis\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow a rare and exotic palm from seed – an elegant species with spectacular new leaves and a very high collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- You may also want to read our article on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/spiring-af-palmefro\" title=\"Article on growing palms from seeds\"\u003egerminating palm seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54750921785612,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Chambeyroniahouailouensis_c0ea3164-e706-488b-8639-25e1c414c6e8.jpg?v=1775562689","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/houailou-rodbladet-palme-chambeyronia-houailouensis-fro-2-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}