Strange seedlings (chamadorea elegans)

[Hennyhana]

Hello friends,

 

I recently found a pot of chamaedorea elegans with some oddball seedlings. I’m wondering if they are variegated, sunburned, or nutrient deficient? In any case, I separated them from the rest of the green ones in the pot. I’d love to hear your theories, experiences or explanations! 

[JohnAndSancho]

The realist in me thinks they look sunburned. Does it feel a little crispier and dryer? 

[Hennyhana]

2 minutes ago, JohnAndSancho said:

The realist in me thinks they look sunburned. Does it feel a little crispier and dryer? 

Not at all. In fact, some of the white begins at the stem. I’ll attach some photos. 

[JohnAndSancho]

Oh wow. That's actually kinda cool, especially on a palm that's so common. 

[Hennyhana]

6 minutes ago, JohnAndSancho said:

Oh wow. That's actually kinda cool, especially on a palm that's so common. 

I think so too, I’m planning on growing it out and sharing my findings! 

[Fusca]

Looks like variegation to me.  I would give the variegated ones a little extra food because they don't have as much green foliage for photosynthesis.  Nice find!

[Fishinsteeg234]

I’m thinking it’s variegated according to a google search for variegated C. elegans. Same blotching pattern. Good find 👍

[iko.]

Variegation. Often available in stores in Europe.

 

[Hennyhana]

3 hours ago, iko. said:

Variegation. Often available in stores in Europe.

 

Thank you for the confirmation! This was very helpful.