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Chamaedorea klotzschiana

Klotzsch's Parlour Palm

Arecaceae

Origin Veracruz, Mexico (lowland and mid-elevation rainforest)
Source PacificNorthwestPalm (Etsy), Damascus, Oregon
Acquired 2026-03
Collection greenhouse
Klotzsch's Parlour Palm

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Propagation Notes

Seeds sourced from PacificNorthwestPalm (Damascus, Oregon). Sown 2026-03-31 in a perlite and coco coir germination mix with bottom heat via seedling mat. This species benefits from high ambient humidity during germination; covering the tray with a humidity dome is recommended.

Cover Image

Cover image: Chamaedorea klotzschiana, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Pl@ntNet (identify.plantnet.org).

Conservation Status

Chamaedorea klotzschiana is listed as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List. Primary threat is severe habitat loss from agricultural conversion and deforestation in Veracruz, Mexico. Ex situ cultivation supports the survival of this species outside its native range.

History

  • 2026-03: Seeds acquired from PacificNorthwestPalm (Etsy). Described as “Rare — Chamaedorea Klotzschiana Palm Seeds — Veracruz, Mexico Rainforest Exotic — Endangered (EN) — Severe habitat loss — Cold hardy 25F.”
  • 2026-03-31: Seeds soaked and sown in perlite/coco coir mix; seedling mat applied for bottom heat.