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Cọ quạt Mexico (Brahea armata)
| Surname | Arecaceae (Areca, Palm) |
|---|---|
| Leaf color | xanh lá |
| Leaf size | vừa-lớn |
| Tăng trưởng | average |
| Diseases & Pests | leaf burn, fungus, aphids, root rot, leaf rot, soft rot |
Brahea armata, also known as Mexican fan palm or green fan brush, is a palm species that stands out for its large fan-shaped foliage, which is a characteristic silvery-green or silvery-blue color. The tree has a straight, slender trunk, which can reach a height of 10-15m, with the trunk surface often leaving natural dry leaf scars. The leaves of the tree are wide, lobed, creating a unique and attractive beauty.
Brahea armata is often planted in large landscape areas such as parks, resorts or villa gardens thanks to its luxurious appearance and good drought tolerance. This plant adapts well to tropical and semi-desert environments, and at the same time brings a tropical landscape style with a bit of wildness and uniqueness.
Note: The above information is only relative, the living conditions of the tree also depend a lot on other objective factors.
How to grow and care for Mexican Fan Palm (Brahea armata)
Difficulty of growing palm trees
Difficulty: 2-3/6
Palm trees do not require much care from the grower. Palm trees only need a moderate level of care, adequate watering, and their nutritional requirements are also quite simple.
Suitable soil for palm, areca
Palms prefer loam or loam soil, rich in organic matter and fairly well-drained. Most potting mixes, rice husk or peat moss, with a little coarse sand added will do. Generally, a compact, slightly water-retaining soil is sufficient.
Suitable light for planting palm, areca
Palm trees are light-loving plants, so you should plant them in places with direct light, or ideally strong indirect light.
Planting temperature palm, areca
Watering palm, areca
Palm trees and areca palms do not need much water. If planted indoors, do not water too much, just water 3 times a week and the tree will grow well.
Suitable humidity for palm, areca
The ideal humidity for palm trees is usually between 50% and 60%, as this is the humidity level that simulates the natural tropical environment where they grow best.
pH for plants palm, areca
The ideal pH range is 6.0 - 7.0 pH. A slightly acidic or neutral soil pH is ideal.
Pet-friendly
Most popular Palms are pet friendly. However, limit your pet's exposure to the leaves.
Indoor Plant Care Guide
The most important and basic knowledge about growing plants indoors:
