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Vatricania (Vatricania guentheri)

Vatricania guentheri is a palm species native to the Amazon basin, known for its elegant, arching fronds and tropical appeal.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. A mix of peat, sand, and loam is suitable.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Avoid direct sunlight, which can cause leaf scorch.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water more frequently during active growth.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. A mix of peat, sand, and loam is suitable.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 20-30°C; avoid temperatures below 15°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-20 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Pinnately compound

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Synonyms
Cephalocereus guentheri Kupper
Echinopsis guentheri (Kupper) Anceschi & Magli
Espostoa guentheri (Kupper) Buxb. ex Eggli
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyCactaceae
  • genusVatricania
  • speciesVatricania guentheri
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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