Samuel Ayomide
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Day 28 🪴🌱 🍀PARLOR PALM (Chamaedorea elegans) is a popular, low-maintenance palm tree that's perfect for indoor spaces. Here are some key characteristics and care tips: Characteristics: - Slender stems with feathery, dark green leaves - Grows up to 6-8 feet tall, but can be pruned to maintain a shorter height - Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate low light conditions - Water: Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings - Humidity: Average humidity levels (40-60%) - Temperature: 65-75°F (18-24°C) - Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer) Care Tips: - Watering: Over-watering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage and avoid waterlogged soil - Pruning: Remove dead or damaged leaves and stems to maintain appearance and promote healthy growth - Propagation: Can be propagated through seed or division - Pest control: Watch for pests like spider mites, mealybugs, and scale Some popular uses for Parlor Palms incl…
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Samuel Ayomide
@aeewai
- Homes with low light: Can thrive in rooms with limited natural light Propagation: 1. Division 2. Keiki (pups) removal 3. Seed (difficult) Common Issues: 1. Overwatering (root rot) 2. Underwatering (leaf drop) 3. Pests (mealybugs, spider mites) 4. Diseases (root rot, leaf spot) 5. Lack of light (insufficient blooming) Interesting Facts: 1. Orchids are one of the oldest plant families, dating back over 100 million years. 2. Vanilla is derived from the seed pods of the Vanilla orchid (Vanilla planifolia). 3. Orchids have adapted to various environments, from tropical rainforests to arctic tundras.
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