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Red Sealing Wax Palm (Cyrtostachys renda)

Red Sealing Wax Palm (Cyrtostachys renda) is a striking tropical palm known for its vibrant red leaf bases and slender, clustered stems, ideal for warm climates.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light. Protect from direct midday sun.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.

Soil

Rich, well-draining potting mix with organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Requires warm temperatures, ideally between 20-30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light. Protect from direct midday sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.

Soil

Rich, well-draining potting mix with organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Requires warm temperatures, ideally between 20-30°C.

Protect from frost and cold drafts.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Avoid fertilizing in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-15 m

Spread

2-4 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Pinnate

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Areca erythropoda Miq.
Bentinckia renda (Blume) Mart.
Cyrtostachys lakka Becc.
Pinanga rubricaulis Linden
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderArecales
  • familyArecaceae
  • genusCyrtostachys
  • speciesCyrtostachys renda
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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