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Red Leaf Palm - Chambeyronia macrocarpa
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Red Leaf Palm - Chambeyronia macrocarpa
One of the most visually distinctive palms available in advanced stock, Chambeyronia macrocarpa commands attention through a simple, recurring spectacle, each new frond emerges a deep, vivid red before maturing to rich green. A rare specimen that delivers year-round drama without complexity.
Why Red Leaf Palm
Dramatic New Growth: Each emerging frond unfurls in a striking crimson-red, a natural display that repeats throughout the year.
Refined Tropical Form: Arching, pinnate fronds and a clean grey trunk present with elegance in both formal and resort-style landscapes.
Low Maintenance: Requires no routine pruning and performs with minimal intervention once established in the right conditions.
Climate Suited: Best in tropical and subtropical zones; tolerates light frost once established in sheltered positions.
Collector-Grade Rarity: Sought after by landscape architects and serious collectors; a specimen that signals genuine horticultural distinction.
Ideal Applications
Signature Feature Specimen: Planted as a standalone focal point where the red new growth becomes a recurring architectural event.
Resort and Hospitality Landscapes: Delivers the lush, curated aesthetic expected in high-end leisure and accommodation projects.
Poolside and Courtyard Settings: Soft frond structure and contained footprint suit enclosed or refined outdoor spaces.
Large Container Planting: Performs well in substantial planters for covered terraces, atriums, or shaded entertainment areas.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Spring to early summer
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, fertile, moist soil; tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogging
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first 12–24 months until established, and apply a thick layer of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Protect from strong winds and frost during the establishment period.
Plant Details
Height: 10–15m
Width: 4–6m
Growth Rate: Slow
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: New Caledonia
Flower Colour: Cream
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
