Syagrus schizophylla
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Arikury palm
- Plant type
- Palm
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Tropical
- Humidity
- High
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- Brazilian tropical forests
- Toxic to pets
- Not toxic
- Toxic to people
- Not toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Syagrus schizophylla is
Syagrus schizophylla, or the Arikury palm, is an upright palm native to the Brazilian tropics. Its distinct form makes it recognizable as it matures, bringing a vertical accent to a space.
Living with this palm means recreating its tropical environment. You will want to provide consistent humidity and plenty of light to keep it satisfied in your care.
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Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
People and Syagrus schizophylla
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial era
Forest origins
The plant existed in the Brazilian tropical forests. Local populations interacted with the palm as part of the diverse jungle ecosystem.
- 19th century
Botanical documentation
Collectors and botanists began documenting the palm for systematic study. It moved from a local forest inhabitant to a subject of international classification.
- Modern era
Home cultivation
You likely find these palms as seed-grown specimens. They are now kept by collectors who seek to mimic tropical conditions within their own homes.
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Start a collectionFrequently asked about Syagrus schizophylla
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Syagrus schizophylla?
Syagrus schizophylla is a species in the Syagrus genus. Commonly known as Arikury palm, a palm, and with a upright growth habit. Native to Brazilian tropical forests.
How do you care for Syagrus schizophylla?
Reference care guidance for Syagrus schizophylla: full sun light, medium watering, tropical temperatures, and high humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Syagrus schizophylla?
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