{"product_id":"nasiona-palmy-bialego-slonia-kerriodoxa-elegans","title":"White Elephant Palm Seeds - Kerriodoxa Elegans","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eKerriodoxa elegans\u003c\/strong\u003e – the white elephant palm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eKerriodoxa elegans\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003ewhite elephant palm\u003c\/strong\u003e or Thai royal palm, is one of the most unique species in the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eArecaceae\u003c\/strong\u003e family. It is endemic to Thailand, naturally growing in the humid forests of the western coast of the Malay Peninsula. Discovered in 1929 in the Khao Phra Thaew reserve, it was only recognized as a new genus in 1983. To this day, it remains the sole representative of the genus \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eKerriodoxa\u003c\/strong\u003e, and its name honors botanist Arthur Kerr while highlighting the exceptional elegance of this palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn its natural environment, it grows under conditions of high humidity and partial shade within tropical forest canopies, which clearly influences its cultivation requirements. Due to its limited range and specific reproduction method, this species is rare and highly valued in exotic palm collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForm and decorative features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eKerriodoxa elegans\u003c\/strong\u003e is a medium-sized palm, reaching up to 5 meters in height. It forms a regular, straight trunk and a spreading crown of huge, almost perfectly round fan-shaped leaves. Each leaf can reach up to 2 meters in diameter, giving the plant a striking, architectural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most distinctive feature of this palm is the contrasting leaf coloration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe upper side has a deep, dark green shade,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe underside is snow-white with a subtle silvery sheen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis effect makes the plant attractive from every angle, and the wind-moved leaves create a dynamic play of light. Under suitable conditions, the palm develops a harmonious, symmetrical crown that gradually takes on a majestic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is dioecious, meaning male and female plants occur separately. Both sexes are necessary for seed production, which significantly complicates propagation and further increases the collector’s value of this palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivating \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eKerriodoxa elegans\u003c\/strong\u003e in European conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a temperate climate, the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003ewhite elephant palm\u003c\/strong\u003e performs best when grown in containers – in greenhouses, conservatories, or spacious, bright interiors. It prefers a warm, humid, and partially shaded environment, similar to tropical forest conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substrate should be:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efertile and humus-rich,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewell-draining,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econsistently slightly moist but without waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant does not tolerate excessive drying of the root ball or stagnant moisture. It also requires protection from strong winds and direct, intense sunlight, especially for young specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its tropical origin, it shows surprising cold tolerance – it can briefly withstand temperatures down to about 1°C. However, in European conditions, this means it must be provided with a stable, warm location for most of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eKerriodoxa elegans\u003c\/strong\u003e grows slowly but steadily. Over the years, it develops a balanced, elegant silhouette, and its characteristic leaves with white undersides subtly reflect light, giving the plant an almost sculptural character. This species is especially prized by exotic palm enthusiasts seeking a plant with a unique form, striking color contrast, and an interesting botanical history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":52462297219400,"sku":"3050-262B7","price":38.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"3","offer_id":52462297252168,"sku":"3050-262B8","price":105.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":52462297284936,"sku":"3050-262B9","price":299.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/2649.jpg?v=1770321513","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-palmy-bialego-slonia-kerriodoxa-elegans","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}