This small palm has a solitary stem that forms aerial roots and is topped with variable fronds that are blue green with a metallic sheen and are heart-shaped or divided. The orange-red flowers appear in clusters during spring and are followed by black fruit.

Hardiness zones 9 to 12

Chamaedorea metallicais naturally found in southern Mexico growing as an understorey plant in well drained, organic rich moist soils. It prefers a shaded protected position that tends to be cool with wind, frost and drought protection.

This Metallic Palm is grown for its attractive foliage. It is planted in small gardens or containers for a tropical effect. It is also used as an understorey plant in tropical gardens or around a water feature.It establishes in 3 to 5 years. It tolerates warm temperate climates and coastal regions but must be kept moist.ID 2019

Note
It is commonly mistaken for Chamaedorea tenella. This plant looks simular but, has no metallic sheen on the leaves and the margins are slightly serrated.

Chamaedorea(kă-mia-DO-ree-a) metallica(me-TAL-li-ka)

Arecaceae(ar-ek-AY-see-ee)     
(Palmae)
Palm Family