Simple care of the Salon Palm
Chamaedorea elegans, one of the most beautiful houseplants. Its slender pinnate leaves exquisitely enhance any room or corner. And in addition to its beauty, it is very easy to care for and maintain. In this guide we will discuss chamaedorea care with all the information you need to keep it healthy and beautiful.
The chamaedorea elegans, one of the most beautiful houseplants. Its slender pinnate leaves exquisitely enhance any room or corner. And in addition to its beauty, it is very easy to care for and maintain.
In this guide we are going to talk about chamaedorea care with all the information you need to keep it healthy and beautiful.
Chamaedorea: description, cultivation and care Chamaedorea
elegans, commonly called indoor palm or parlor palm, is a species of palm in the areca family.It comes from the tropical areas of Central America, especially Mexico, Guatemala and Belize.
It is one of the most sought-after varieties for decorating indoor spaces for two main reasons: it is spectacularly beautiful and very undemanding in terms of care.
The chamaedorea is truly beautiful and spectacular. Its thin and elegant leaves are perfect for enhancing and giving prominence to any interior space. Thanks to its moderate dimensions (it does not usually exceed two meters in height), it adapts perfectly to all types of indoor spaces.
How to Grow Saloon Palm Trees
To thrive in optimal conditions, it needs warm temperatures and sunny climates. In regions where temperatures are colder, it is best to grow it as a houseplant.
Its pinnate leaves, made up of 20 pairs of leaflets up to 20 cm long by 2 cm wide, can reach up to 1 meter in length.
The stems, long and flexible, slightly resemble those of bamboo. They can grow up to 3 meters tall.
In its natural habitat, it produces abundant blooming in bouquets that can exceed one meter in length. The female flowers have an intense yellow hue. When they are tender, they are usually eaten in salads and dressings.
- Location
One of the best things about chamaedoreas is how easy it is to take care of. It doesn't matter if you place it in a well-lit place or in a dimly lit corner. Therefore, you won't have much trouble finding a location. However, keep in mind that this already slow-growing plant will take longer to grow the less light it receives.
- Soil
Although they can live in dry areas, they appreciate humid environments. During the hottest months, they can be hydrated by spraying them with a nebulizer.
- Light
Like any tropical plant, chamaedoreas need places away from direct sunlight so that their leaves don't burn.
- They
are very sensitive to cold and low temperatures. In coastal regions with a Mediterranean climate, they can live without problems in outdoor spaces. The ideal temperature for its perfect development should be a minimum of 18 degrees and a maximum of 25 degrees. If you live in an area with cold winters, it is best to grow it indoors as it will not withstand temperatures below 10º.
To promote proper development, it should ideally be kept in places with a constant and stable temperature.
When to Plant a Parlor Palm
The ideal time to plant chamaedoreas is during the spring. You can get new plants from cuttings or suckers.
- Multiplication
Chamaedoreas can be propagated by cuttings. To do this, it will be enough to separate one or more of its stems, with their corresponding roots and the soil attached to them. The cuttings are then planted in pots filled with light substrate that allows good drainage. Once planted, they need to be watered regularly to facilitate rooting.
As we have pointed out before, watering is not synonymous with waterlogging. It is preferable to add small amounts of water often, than to drown the plant by overwatering.
- The
frequency and intensity of watering is often the most problematic issue in plant care. This is also the case with chamaedoreas. To know when to add water to the plant, just look at the soil in the pot. If it's dry, it's time to water again.
During the summer, the plant will need to be watered a couple of times a week. In winter, it will be enough to add a little water every 15 days. The essential thing for the survival of this species is to maintain the right level of humidity throughout the year.
- If
you want your chamaedorea to look in all its glory, it is advisable to fertilize it and fertilize it to give it the adequate supply of nutrients it needs.
The ideal time to add fertilizer is in summer. It is necessary to fertilize a couple of times a month with a specific fertilizer for indoor green species. Generally, it is enough to add 50% of the dose indicated by the manufacturer as the excess product will burn the ends of the leaves.
- Transplanting
The transplant should be done every year to a larger pot or container, with good depth so that the roots develop correctly. The pot should not be excessively large. It is more important that it has a good height and that it contains a light substrate that drains well.
- Pests
diseases Like most tropical plants, the two main pests that attack it are spider mites and mealybugs. Spider mites, which cause leaves to turn yellow, usually appear when the environment is excessively dry. Although they are easily eliminated with a specific insecticide, it is best to increase the level of hydration, using an ambient humidifier and misting the leaves with a spray.
As for mealybugs, which cause the typical whitish hue on the underside of the leaves, it will be enough to wipe them with a clean cloth dipped in methyl alcohol to eradicate them. A plant insecticide can also be used.
The appearance of fungi on leaves and stems is also quite common. To eliminate them, you need to space out waterings and spray with a specific fungicide.
This
situation can be due to two reasons: lack of irrigation or direct exposure to sunlight.
In the first case, the solution may be to water it more often to maintain the humidity of the substrate. In the second, place it in a place away from direct sunlight.
- Dry leaf tips The
main reason for dry leaves is usually drafts or environmental dryness. To avoid this, it is best to relocate the plant away from heat sources and drafts. It is also advisable to hydrate the leaves with a sprayer.
- Brown leaves This
may be due to overwatering. Try to limit the amount of water and space out the frequency of waterings.
With this care and a little love and dedication, your precious chamaedorea will be a feast for the eyes for many years to come!