{"product_id":"nasiona-wenezuelskiej-palmy-krolewskiej-roystonea-oleracea","title":"Venezuelan Royal Palm Seeds - Roystonea Oleracea","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eRoystonea oleracea\u003c\/strong\u003e – Venezuelan Royal Palm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eRoystonea oleracea\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as the \u003cstrong\u003eVenezuelan Royal Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an impressive palm species native to the lowland areas of the Lesser Antilles, Venezuela, Colombia, and Trinidad. It is widely distributed in \u003cstrong\u003etropical zones\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it is one of the most recognizable representatives of its genus due to its majestic appearance and impressive size. In its natural habitat, it plays an important ecological role, and its ornamental uses make it a valued park and street tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eMorphological Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn its natural environment, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eRoystonea oleracea\u003c\/strong\u003e can reach up to \u003cstrong\u003e40 meters in height\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the tallest feather palms in the world. Its distinctive trunk, gray or whitish-gray in color, measures \u003cstrong\u003e46–66 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and has a straight, cylindrical shape, often slightly widened at the base. This structure provides the plant with the stability needed to support its massive crown at such a great height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe crown consists of \u003cstrong\u003e16–22 feather-like leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e, each reaching up to \u003cstrong\u003e6 meters long\u003c\/strong\u003e. The leaflets are arranged in two planes, giving the entire crown a spreading, almost flat appearance with high decorative value. The green crown shaft, about \u003cstrong\u003e2 meters long\u003c\/strong\u003e, emphasizes the ornamental character of this palm and serves as a clear focal point of the entire leaf structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eFlowering and Fruiting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe flowers of the \u003cstrong\u003eVenezuelan Royal Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e appear as creamy-white panicles up to \u003cstrong\u003e1.5 meters long\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating spectacular reproductive structures. After pollination, they develop into small, elongated fruits that turn purplish-black when ripe. These fruits are an important food source for native wildlife, especially certain parrot species such as the orange-winged amazon, highlighting the ecological value of this plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003ePractical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eRoystonea oleracea\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a variety of practical uses. Its hard wood is used to make musical instruments, and dried leaves are used for thatching roofs in traditional construction. The sap extracted from young inflorescences can be fermented to produce alcoholic beverages. The growth tip, known as the palm heart, is sometimes eaten as a vegetable, although harvesting it results in the plant’s death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eCultivation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eOptimal cultivation results are achieved in \u003cstrong\u003efertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e with a high organic matter content. The plant requires constant moisture and plenty of sunlight. In its juvenile stage, it grows rapidly, making it a rewarding species to observe during development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eDue to its sensitivity to temperatures below 0°C, it is suitable for container cultivation only in \u003cstrong\u003ecooler regions of Europe\u003c\/strong\u003e. During warmer months, containers can be placed on terraces or in gardens, while in winter the plant needs a bright room with a minimum temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e10°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palm shows moderate drought tolerance – the best results come from watering every two weeks, avoiding complete drying of the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eOrnamental Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eThe Venezuelan Royal Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e, due to its size, requires careful placement. In tropical gardens, it presents a very impressive appearance, creating a strong landscape accent. This palm has a unique beauty and dynamic growth rate, especially recommended for exotic plant enthusiasts who can provide suitable thermal and spatial conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"3","offer_id":52507656749384,"sku":"4CA6-87635","price":6.6,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":52507656782152,"sku":"4CA6-87636","price":26.6,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":52507656814920,"sku":"4CA6-87637","price":99.6,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":52507656847688,"sku":"4CA6-87638","price":196.6,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/1967.jpg?v=1770321411","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-wenezuelskiej-palmy-krolewskiej-roystonea-oleracea","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}