Bamboo palm

There are those growers who do not like to grow ordinary indoor plants, such as Kalanchoe, money tree, petunias, and more. They love exotic, large, unusual flowers. There will be various palm trees and other tropical vegetation reminiscent of the sea. Of course, bamboo palms are very popular in this case. In addition, it has now become known that it is not difficult to grow these plants at home. In addition, such a culture can bring tropical, summer, hot notes even to the most ordinary interior, and is available for cultivation in any region. It is only necessary to follow simple rules of care for the plant to grow and develop. Most of all, such type of bamboo palms as hamedorea is in demand for home cultivation. This plant is easy and simple to grow even indoors.

Plant characteristic

In the wild, a very large number of hamedorei grows, which have a low stem growth. Russian lovers of exotic plants fell in love with only some types of hamedorei. This plant, translated from Greek, means "dwarf gift". The plant was named so because the palm tree's short stature makes it easy to pick the fruits that form on it.

Hamedorea belongs to the Palm family and is a monocotyledonous flower. This plant differs from all other palms only in its short stature, but the leaves are just as beautiful and look spectacular. The homeland of this plant is America, its southern and central parts. Some species come from Mexico.

Hamedorea has small yellow fruits that are no larger than a pea. The Hamedorea bamboo palm tree grown in the apartment does not form fruit, but it blooms well. The reason for this is the need for flowers of the opposite sex.

The Hamedorea palm tree has beautiful inflorescences, which are characterized by an orange tint and from the side resemble mimosa. Female flowers exude a pleasant aroma. Experienced growers recommend picking flowers from a young plant so that it does not waste its energy on them. The roots of palm trees go deep into the soil and therefore need enough space to grow in order to feel good and comfortable. As is common with all palms, chamedorea has feathery leaves, and in some species they can be pointed. Only bush hamedorei have narrow, lanceolate leaf plates that are located along the trunk. In another species of bamboo palms, leaves bush at the top. The size of the leaf plates is about 30 cm, the shade is saturated green.

There are different types of bamboo palm trees. Some of them are characterized by one trunk, while other types of trunks have several. In the first case, it is not recommended to prune the plant, since leaves grow from the top point, and with its excessive growth, the palm tree is simply removed to a more spacious room.

Types of hamedorei

There is a very wide variety of hamedorei species. Below we will talk only about those varieties that are the most popular and actively used by flower growers.

Graceful... The stem of this plant reaches 2 m in height, the leaves are large, pronounced feathery. The crown diameter can reach 3 m. Due to the large size of the leaves, their number on the trunk is small. This plant will perfectly decorate the interior.In the wild, the palm tree also blooms, forming yellow panicles. When the fruiting phase begins, black berries ripen on the palm.

High... It is a bushy species of bamboo palm that forms another new shoot every year. In the wild, the trunk can grow up to 5 m. The trunks have a small diameter, are distinguished by their grace and are similar to bamboo stems. The number of leaves here is also small, no more than 6 pieces. The leaves are pinnate, forming an arc. In the wild, the palm tree blooms with bright, beautiful panicle-shaped inflorescences.

Ernest - August. This type of hamedorea differs in that the roots are formed here in the internodes of the stem. In addition, the plant is distinguished by the shape of the leaf plates. Here they are not feathery, but solid, shaped like a heart. The color of the leaf plates is saturated green, the inflorescences are bright, having a red tint.

Metal... This is a type of bamboo palm, the leaves of which are similar in shape to the above-described view. That is, they are whole, but at the same time they have a dense leathery structure and some of them leaves are characterized by wrinkles. The trunk of this plant stiffens with age and becomes more dense in structure. The plant itself can grow up to one meter, in some cases up to 2 m in height. This flower feels very good and comfortable in the shade or in partial shade. The palm tree can be grown in places where the sun is not enough, for example, in those rooms with small windows or the north side of the house.

Seyfritz... This is another very popular species that is distinguished by its splendor, thanks to the large number of stems with feathery leaf plates located on it. Unlike the previous species, this culture is very fond of light and will grow only where there is a lot of light. However, if you create favorable conditions for her growth, then this culture will undoubtedly decorate even the most boring interior.

Care rules

Since Hamedorea is a tropical plant, it is necessary to create comfortable growing conditions for it and follow some care rules. Although the bamboo palm grows in southern climates, many of the species like to grow in shade or partial shade. Bright, direct sunlight can damage the leaves and discolor them. To keep the leaves growing evenly, the palm pot should be constantly rotated at least once every 3 months.

Like any exotic plant, the bamboo palm needs warmth. The air temperature where the flower grows should not be less than 19 degrees. If we are talking about the winter season, then the temperature should not be less than 16 degrees. If this condition is neglected, the plant begins to get sick and may even dry out. If the climatic conditions are too hot, regular watering is necessary. The palm tree does not like drafts, but it is nevertheless necessary to ventilate the room regularly. The balcony is not suitable for growing palm trees. It is permissible to take the plant out to the loggia only in the summer in the shade.

The bamboo palm is very capricious in the watering mode. In order for the plant to look spectacular, it is necessary to bring the irrigation conditions closer to natural conditions, namely, all summer long the palm tree is sprayed from a spray bottle with distilled water or water at room temperature.

It is necessary to organize optimal air humidity. This can be done using a humidifier or by placing containers of water next to it. There is no need to spray the crop in winter to avoid the occurrence of various diseases. Also, the stagnation of liquid in the pot, which will lead to rotting of the root system, will be extremely negative. Regular watering is necessary during the hot season, when the topsoil begins to dry out. In other seasons, it will be enough to water once a week.

Container for growing palm trees

You should be careful about choosing a container where chamedorea will grow. If the root system is narrow and long, then it is necessary to pick up the same container, which will have high walls, and will not differ in excessive width. In addition, the pot must be very stable so that it does not fall under the weight of an adult plant. Thus, the volume of the pot will depend on the height of the bamboo palm. It should be half the size of the plant.

The soil

It is necessary to use the soil, and only those fertilizers, which are specially designed for the cultivation of exotic plants, in particular palms. The palm tree reacts very sharply to the acidic reaction of the soil, that is, it should be neutral or slightly acidic. It is best to buy ready-made soil, which is sold in specialized stores.

You can, of course, prepare the soil yourself, then you need to use compost or sod, to which peat, expanded clay and sand must be added.

Before planting a palm tree, be sure to sterilize the soil. A good drainage layer must be laid on the bottom. It will be optimally used as a coconut substrate.

It is recommended to feed the palm once every 2 weeks during the entire growing season from spring to autumn. For these purposes, it is better to use special ready-made fertilizers purchased in the store and developed for palms, cacti, dracaena and other exotic plants. Experienced gardeners alternately carry out feeding with organic and mineral substances, according to the rules of the instruction.

When the dormant period comes, namely autumn and winter, then all feeding should be stopped so that the plant rests, and does not begin to grow greens. By feeding palm trees during dormancy, you stimulate the growth of shoots, which in any case will be weak and painful. Also, do not feed plants that have just been planted. It is best to wait at least six months.

Bush formation

To make a tropical palm tree look aesthetically pleasing in your home, you need to constantly pick off old, dried yellow leaves. They are removed with scissors, without waiting for their complete withering away. You should also remove immediately the flowers that have begun to form, since they still will not be beautiful in indoor growing conditions, but they will take a lot of energy from the palm tree.

Pests and diseases

The presence of any pests and diseases can be recognized by some signs.

If the leaves have darkened, this means that the air temperature is lower than necessary or the palm tree is in a draft. Perhaps you water it with low temperature water. To eliminate these ailments, you just need to change the rules of care.

If you see that the tips of the leaves have begun to dry out, and also very often premature dropping and yellowing of the leaves occurs, this means that the plant does not have enough water or too much water. It may be worth remembering when you last fed a flower, as nutritional deficiencies show the same symptoms.

Hamedorea is susceptible to diseases such as late blight, fusarium - all these diseases are caused by fungi. To get rid of these ailments, it is recommended to use fungicides.

Spider mites are isolated from insects - pests, which can negatively affect plants with weak immunity. If the soil moisture is too high or the air is too dry, then the spider mite may also attack this pet. To protect the plant or rid it of the spider mite, it is necessary to treat the chamedorea twice with soapy water and insecticides.

Plant propagation

Hamedorea extremely dislikes a transplant, so this should be done no more than once every two years. If you are replanting a plant, the best time is spring.In a container that will be slightly larger than the previous one, it is necessary to make special holes for water drainage, and also when transplanting, it is necessary to thoroughly wash off the old soil and rinse the roots with warm water. At the same time, the entire root system is visible, and if necessary, it is necessary to remove the affected or decayed areas of the roots.

If the plant is already adult, then it is highly undesirable to transplant it. Here it will be enough to add new soil or replace it. Only in the case of a dangerous disease, the plants should be removed, and the soil should be completely replaced.

Hamedorea reproduces in different ways: by dividing roots, seeds and shoots.

Root division is possible if two plants are placed in one pot at once. When spring comes, they should be separated so that the new transplanted plant takes root well until the next autumn period. It is necessary to make the division very carefully so as not to damage the root system. Hamedorea is dug up and the earthen lump is gently shaken off. Then the root is cut with a sharp and clean knife.

The plant is propagated by seeds mainly in any industries, since chamedorea has a very poor germination capacity. Its seeds are stored for a very short period. Thus, the seeds that have lain for six months will have 50 percent germination, and after a year they may not germinate at all. Better to use self-collected seeds. This should be done immediately, without preserving the seed for a long period. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for a week, constantly maintaining its temperature, and it is also allowed to add various stimulants of the immune system to the solution. Zircon works well. Since the seeds have a very hard and dense shell, it is necessary to damage it first for better seed germination. Next, the seeds are placed in special soil for palm plants, while the damaged area that you made artificially should be at the bottom.

The container with seeds is covered with foil or glass and put away for some time in a dark place. Thus, seedlings will appear only after 4-5 months, and sometimes it may be a year later. When the first true leaf is about 5 cm long, then these sprout is transplanted into a separate container, which will consist of a soil mixture: turf, sand and leafy soil. The next transplant into a more spacious container is carried out only after 4 months, and here the plants are already planted in a special soil for palm trees.

To propagate a palm tree by shoots, it is necessary to choose a strong shoot in the spring. In this case, you need to act carefully so as not to damage the root system. It is better to choose those that grow a little further than the bush itself. Reproduction of Hamedorea by shoots is the most affordable and simple way of reproduction, which is most popular among flower growers. If you bought a ready-made adult plant, you must, firstly, immediately transplant it into suitable soil, as well as examine it for various diseases and, if necessary, take action.

Rapis

This is one of the types of bamboo palms that can often be found in various rooms. This plant is popular for its decorative functions. The homeland of rapeseed is considered to be the territories of China and Japan. And in translation from Greek, the name of the plant means "stick" or "rod". The second name of the rapis is "whip-like".

Description of the plant

Rapis is a small, compact shrub that looks like bamboo and has mesh fibers. The leaf plates of this plant are like a fan, divided into several parts. Under comfortable growing conditions, rapeseed can bloom, forming light, beautiful flowers.

This plant can be low or tall, depending on the species.As a houseplant, as a rule, a low-growing compact bush is chosen, which looks very impressive in any interior and does not take up much space. Thus, an adult plant of this type will not exceed one and a half meters, which is very important, especially if there is a small apartment area.

Higher varieties are grown in any office space or other non-residential complexes. The final adult plant can even reach 3 m. When growing, you should also follow some care rules, bringing the conditions for the existence of rapeseed closer to natural ones.

Care rules

Here, care comes down to simple rules: choosing a place to grow, as well as watering and other standard procedures.

Rapis is a type of palm tree that is very fond of sunlight, in particular, it needs direct sunlight. But, as it turned out, the plant feels better and more comfortable if it is in partial shade.

For uniform growth of leaves and for the most aesthetic appearance, you should constantly rotate the pot with a palm tree so that the sun hits evenly on all sides. It is not necessary to move the plant to different places very often, since the rearrangement negatively affects its development.

If the plant is young, and you just brought it from the store, it is better to put the rapese in a dark place, then very slowly move it to a lighter one.

Comfortable air temperature for growing rapeseed will be 20 degrees. In summer, it is allowed to be placed on the street or on the balcony. If it is not possible to move the palm tree, then it is necessary to constantly ventilate the room where the rapese grows.

In winter, the optimum air temperature will be about 15 degrees. It is in such temperature conditions that the plant will winter well, which will have a positive effect on its appearance in the next season.

Watering and feeding

Here you need to very carefully control the level of soil moisture, as excessive moisture and excessive drought of the soil negatively affects. It is necessary that the soil in the container is always slightly moist.

If it is summer, it is hot outside, then abundant, frequent watering is necessary. During the winter period, especially in low temperature conditions, you should change the irrigation regime, as well as increase the water temperature.

Air humidity is not very important for growing rapeseed. Only a few times in the summer should the sprayer leave the leaves from the spray bottle, in the winter there is no need to do this.

Twice a month in the summer-autumn period, the palm is fed with special ready-made mineral complexes for the palm.

Plant transplant

If we are talking about an adult plant that has already sufficiently rooted and took root, it is not necessary to transplant it, since this will negatively affect its appearance. Here you can limit yourself to replacing the topsoil.

A young plant periodically needs replanting, since its root system is constantly growing. Professionals call it transshipment.

The capacity is low, but quite spacious, since here the roots are located widely and on the surface. In addition, this will minimize the risk of soil acidification.

The best option is to buy a ready-made mixture that is specially formulated for palm plants. You can make the soil yourself. Then you need to mix sand, humus, peat, grain and leafy soil. It will be very good to add pieces of peat moss or hydrogel balls to the soil. This will maintain the soil moisture level and prevent the earthen coma from drought. Don't forget about a good drainage layer.

Reproduction

Rapis is propagated mainly by dividing the roots. This should be done in conjunction with the procedure for transplanting the plant into a more spacious container.

It is possible, but not popular, a method of growing from seeds, since palm seeds sprout very slowly.The first sprout may appear only after a few months.

Insects - pests and diseases

Like any other plant, bamboo palm, in particular rapeseed, can be attacked by scale insects or spider mites. The scale insect infects an ornamental palm, sucking sap from young stems. To protect the plant from this insect, it is necessary to process it with soapy water or alcohol, and also apply an infusion of garlic, if this does not help, it is better to use insecticides.

If you see small cobwebs on the leaves, then a spider mite has hit the palm tree. To protect plants from spider mites, it is necessary to treat the palm tree with an onion solution or apply insecticides.

Rapis is a very showy, tropical, exotic plant that looks good in combination with other tropical plants, as well as as a single shrub. If you are planting rapeseed in a small room, you need to choose undersized varieties, and tall types of rapese will look great in large rooms.

Conclusion

Bamboo palm trees - these are very popular, beautiful, spectacular-looking bushes that can decorate any interior and add summer notes. In addition to performing decorative functions, these plants are natural air purifiers. Crops are free of toxins and generally undemanding to maintain. In addition, a wide variety of species of bamboo palms allows them to be grown in different areas, taking into account the taste characteristics of the grower.