Chamaedorea consists of evergreen palms characterized by slender, either solitary or clustered stems. These palms feature large leaves that can be either pinnate or resemble a fish tail. The flowers, which are not particularly noticeable, emerge in panicles or spikes beneath the leaves and are succeeded by small fruits.

Chamaedorea

Chamaedorea adscendens

Chamaedorea alternans

Chamaedorea arenbergiana

Chamaedorea atrovirens

Chamaedorea brachypoda

Chamaedorea cataractarum

Chamaedorea costaricana

Chamaedorea elatior

Chamaedorea elegans is a perennial palm characterized by its narrow, feather-like leaves that can reach lengths of up to 60 centimeters and feature as many as 40 elongated leaflets. Mature specimens produce small yellow flowers that emerge in terminal clusters.

Chamaedorea elegans

Chamaedorea elegans 'Bella'

Chamaedorea elegans 'Joy'

Chamaedorea ernesti-augusti

Chamaedorea falcifera

Chamaedorea fragrans

Chamaedorea geonomiformis

Chamaedorea glaucifolia

Chamaedorea graminifolia

Chamaedorea klotzschiana

Chamaedorea liebmannii

Chamaedorea linearis

Chamaedorea metallica is a compact palm that reaches up to 1 meter in height. It features a solitary, cane-like trunk that supports a cluster of leaves. The leaves, measuring approximately 40 centimeters, exhibit a metallic luster, particularly when cultivated in partial shade. Due to its modest dimensions, this palm serves well as an indoor plant.

Chamaedorea metallica O.F. Cook ex H.E. Moore

Chamaedorea microspadix is a compact, clumping palm that reaches heights of up to 1.5 meters. It features slender, cane-like stems topped with arching, feathery fronds made up of lance-shaped leaflets. In summer, established specimens may yield pendulous clusters of small, pale yellow blooms. This species is well-suited for indoor settings or conservatories and can withstand temperatures down to -5°C, provided it remains dry.

Chamaedorea microspadix

Chamaedorea neurochlamys

Chamaedorea oblongata

Chamaedorea oreophila

Chamaedorea pinnatifrons

Chamaedorea plumosa

Chamaedorea pochutlensis

Chamaedorea pumila

Chamaedorea radicalis is a compact, evergreen palm often favored as an indoor plant. In regions of the UK with milder climates, it can be cultivated outdoors, provided it is shielded from extended periods of cold and frost. The plant features elongated, slender stems topped with dark green, feathery leaves, typically growing to approximately 2 meters in height. During mid to late spring, mature specimens may yield clusters of tiny yellow flowers, although these are vulnerable to frost damage. If both male and female plants are grown together, round, orange fruits may develop in the autumn.

Chamaedorea radicalis

Chamaedorea sartorii

Chamaedorea schiedeana

Chamaedorea schippii

Chamaedorea seifrizii is a perennial palm that reaches a height of up to 2 meters. It develops a cluster of slender stems topped with pinnate leaves that can grow to 60 centimeters long, featuring as many as 28 lanceolate leaflets. Mature specimens produce panicles of small yellow flowers.