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Lytocaryum weddellianum
Also called Weddell Palm
Syagrus weddelliana, the miniature coconut palm or Weddell palm, is a small feather palm from the rainforests of southeastern Brazil. It needs humid, partly shaded conditions, steady moisture and well-drained soil.
Syagrus weddelliana, also known as the miniature coconut palm or Weddell's palm, is a feather palm in the palm family.
It is closely related to the coconut palm, but is much smaller and more cold tolerant, taking down to about 25 °F (−4 °C). This palm can be successfully grown in hardiness zones 10b–11. It has been reported that oil extracted from the nuts has been important commercially. This palm should be grown in well draining soil that is constantly moist, but not soggy, as this can lead to lethal root rot.
This palm is native to the State of Rio de Janeiro in southeastern Brazil. It grows naturally in the rainforests of the region. It is a medium altitude palm, growing in altitudes of 50–800 m (160–2,620 ft). It thrives in the humid shade of the Brazilian rainforests.
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