Clinosperma macrocarpa Plant Care
Clinosperma macrocarpa (H.E.Moore) Pintaud & W.J.Baker
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Clinosperma macrocarpa is a species of palm tree known from a single population at around 500 metres (1,600 ft) altitude on Mont Panié, New Caledonia. It was described as the only species in the genus Lavoixia, but has since been moved to genus Clinosperma.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect to full sun
65–85°F
50–70%
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How do you care for Clinosperma macrocarpa?
Water Clinosperma macrocarpa every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to full sun. It prefers temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Clinosperma macrocarpa?
Clinosperma macrocarpa (Clinosperma macrocarpa) belongs to the Arecaceae family within the Clinosperma genus.
Clinosperma macrocarpa displays a tall, elegant palm growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 5 ft. Clinosperma macrocarpa produces produces small, inconspicuous flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 24 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Clinosperma macrocarpa?
Clinosperma macrocarpa requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Clinosperma macrocarpa Need?
Clinosperma macrocarpa thrives in bright indirect to full sun. Avoid placing Clinosperma macrocarpa in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Clinosperma macrocarpa Prefer?
Clinosperma macrocarpa grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Clinosperma macrocarpa prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Clinosperma macrocarpa?
Well-draining, rich soil with added sand and peat moss. Good drainage is essential for Clinosperma macrocarpa to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Clinosperma macrocarpa?
Feed Clinosperma macrocarpa every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Clinosperma macrocarpa?
Repot every 2-3 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Clinosperma macrocarpa?
Clinosperma macrocarpa can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets. Similar propagation techniques also apply to clinosperma bracteale plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Clinosperma macrocarpa Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Clinosperma macrocarpa, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Clinosperma macrocarpa?
Clinosperma macrocarpa is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Clinosperma macrocarpa Need?
Clinosperma macrocarpa grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. In cooler regions, grow Clinosperma macrocarpa as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Clinosperma macrocarpa is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Clinosperma genus — compare its care with other Clinosperma species on PlantoScan.
Clinosperma is part of the Arecaceae plant family — browse all Arecaceae genera and species.
Clinosperma macrocarpa thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Clinosperma macrocarpa (H.E.Moore) Pintaud & W.J.Baker, family Arecaceae (first published in Kew Bull. 63: 70 (2008)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Clinosperma macrocarpa, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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