{"product_id":"nasiona-palmy-tr-jz-bnej-trithrinax-campestris","title":"Trithrinax Campestris Palm Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eTrithrinax Campestris\u003c\/strong\u003e – Three-pronged Palm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eTrithrinax Campestris\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the caranday palm, is an exceptionally hardy member of the Arecaceae family, native to the South American savannas. This fascinating palm grows up to \u003cstrong\u003e6 m tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a trunk diameter of about \u003cstrong\u003e20–25 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. A distinctive feature is the trunk almost completely hidden under a thick layer of dry, fibrous, and spiny leaf bases, forming a natural protective \"armor\" – a unique trait that sets the genus Trithrinax apart from other palms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Characteristics and Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe leaves are palmately divided, stiff, and exceptionally tough – among the most durable in the Arecaceae family. They reach about \u003cstrong\u003e1 m in length\u003c\/strong\u003e, have a very stiff, spiny petiole, and segments ranging in color from dark green to bluish-gray, with a lighter underside. In higher mountain areas, they take on a more grayish hue. The growth of this palm is slow but steady, gradually forming a characteristic, compact silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe plant is single-stemmed, flowering in autumn, producing highly branched inflorescences composed of up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 white, bisexual flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e about 10–12 mm in diameter. The flowers are very attractive to bees and can be self-pollinating. Fruits mature by the end of the following summer – they are spherical, yellow-brown drupes about 1–2 cm in diameter, initially green, then turning pale yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eTrithrinax Campestris\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers a \u003cstrong\u003esunny location\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003every well-drained, sandy or rocky soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. It thrives in rock gardens and dry climates. It is \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally drought-resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e, and after a few years from planting, it can grow without regular watering, although watering once or twice a week during summer improves its condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eSpring fertilization with a slow-release organic fertilizer and mulching the soil are recommended. A key element of cultivation is ensuring excellent drainage, especially during periods of higher humidity. The palm grows best in places sheltered from cold winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCold Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThis is one of the most \u003cstrong\u003efrost-hardy palms\u003c\/strong\u003e, tolerating temperature drops down to \u003cstrong\u003e-10°C, and even -15°C\u003c\/strong\u003e outside the growing season, although it may shed leaves under such conditions. This exceptional cold tolerance results from its natural habitat in mountainous regions, where the plants have adapted to extreme temperature conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUses and Collectible Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThanks to its resistance to cold and drought, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eTrithrinax Campestris\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable as a durable, collectible palm for gardens in warmer parts of the temperate climate zone of Europe and for cultivation in locations with a favorable microclimate. Its architectural silhouette and bluish-silvery leaves make it an excellent element in exotic compositions, gravel gardens, and waterfront plantings. Additionally, fibers from the leaves can be used for textile production, and oil can be extracted from the seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"3","offer_id":53051505574216,"sku":"2300","price":24.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":53051505606984,"sku":"2301","price":77.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-palmy-tr-jz-bnej-trithrinax-campestris","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}