This small palm has a solitary trunk up to 30mm (1?in) wideand is ridged at each node. It has upright spreading divided dark green fronds that form an open crown and the small flowers are arranged on a branched cluster followed by black fruit.

Hardiness zones 10 to 12

Chamaedorea glaucifoliais naturally found in North America growing in southern Mexico in rainforests up to an altitude of 1,000m (3,000ft) in limestone based soils that are well drained and fertile.

It prefers a semi shaded protected position with a humid atmosphere with wind, frost and drought protection.

This small palm is grown for its foliage and is planted in tropical or small gardens as a specimen and around water features. It is also used in shady borders and is suitable for coastal or mountainous regions establishing in 2 to 3 years, and in cold regions it is grown in a bright conservatories.ID 2302

Chamaedorea(kă-mia-DO-ree-a) glaucifolia(GLAW-kuh-FO-lee-a)

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