Cryosophila warscewiczii
_{Rootspine Palm}

Distribution & Habitat:
Rootspine palms are native to northern Panama and the Caribbean coastal rainforests of Costa Rica.

Culture:
Rootspine palms prefer humus-rich soil which should be moist but well draining.
This palm prefers filtered light and should be kept moist.

Description:
This is a very beautiful and charming fan palm which, in its natural habitat can grow to more than 5 meters tall. The leaves are soft, dark green above and attractively white underneath. The crown is compact over a slender trunk. This palm actually forms aerial roots which are transformed into spines which cover the trunk.

Climate Zones:
Crysophila warscewiczii grows best in tropical and subtropical climates and as all the nine species of the genus are intolerant of freezing conditions, although the genus name suggests otherwise. Nevertheless, it is likely to grow also in temperate climates if planted in a protected position.

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140 mm