Parajubaea cocoides Quito palm (Palmae) Evergreen tree

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Parajubaea cocoides
Quito palm
Evergreen tree
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The Parajubaea cocoides plant species is found in S. America - Ecuador, Colombia. It is a member of the Palmae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Quito palm.

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Latin Name:  Parajubaea cocoides
Common Name:  Quito palm
Family:  Palmae
Author:  Burret.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  15   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Found at altitudes from 2000 to 3000 metres[196].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow in a warm greenhouse as soon as it is ripe. It usually germinates freely. Stored seed is more difficult to germinate, it should be pre-soaked for 24 hours in warm water before sowing in a warm greenhouse. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first two winters. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Give them some protection from the cold for their first few winters outdoors.

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