Panama Hat Plant (Carludovica palmata)
Carludovica palmata, the Panama Hat Plant, is a tropical perennial with large, fan-shaped leaves, historically used for hat making from its young stems.
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Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Rich, well-draining potting mix with ample organic matter.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 20-28°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
Rich, well-draining potting mix with ample organic matter.
Ideal growing temperature is between 20-28°C.
Protect from frost; minimum temperature around 15°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Feed during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from spring to summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-4 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Palmate
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderPandanales
- familyCyclanthaceae
- genusCarludovica
- speciesCarludovica palmata
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No