SyagrusXmataforme

[Gaston in Argentina 8]

Just for report that small SyagrusX mataforme (S. vagans X S. coronata) F2 yet with entire long leaves, growing exposed didnt passed my winter with minnima of -6º C. on july 9th 207.-

Something possitive for the specie that another ones planted a bit more protected defoliated in the expossed leaves but are still alive and recovering quickly now.-

So, the limit range must be close to the minus 6º C.- , too resistent considerating the origing of this rare palm.-

Another thing, as many hybrids, this specie is considerably fast growing when planted in the ground and not problem with the droughtness.-

[Austinpalm 178]

Planted a 4ft tall plant, all strap leaves in full sun last summer. It survived 1 night at 25F and light frost with little overhead protection. Approximately 60% damage to fronds but spear was okay. 3 new fronds have grown this summer, with a 4th trying to get started.

[Austinpalm 178]

Same plant as described earlier surivived another winter with a low temp of 28F and no frost. Several nights with low 30's/upper 20's without frost and always rising to at least 40F during the day had no effect on this palm.

[Austinpalm 178]

This palm exhibited significan damage from 16F. Originally appeared dead, In an effort to save it, I cut the stem down to within 3 inches of the ground. After about 3 weeks it started growing. Palm is under partial canopy and was protected with leaves and a plastic bucket. Unfortunately I do not have a good picture of it yet.