What is a cataractarum palm?

Answer by  Jubjub (32)

Catacatarum palms are ornamental trees grown for their two foot size and deep green fronds. These palms are also known as Cat Palms, as Cascade Palms, or as Cataract Palms.

Answer by  Mal53 (7)

A cataractarum palm is also know as a cat palm that is a dwarfed palm that stays under 6 six feet in height. It grows naturally in areas of highwater content, therefore it is found in tropical areas and along coastal shores around warm temperatures. Cat palms are ideal for patios or indoor decorations.

Answer by  jakeandasa (19)

The cataractarum palm is a type of palm tree that originated in the southeastern part of the country of Mexico. This type of palm tree is trunkless and thrives very well in the warm coastal areas of the United States. This is the perfect houseplant that is a cinch to grow for a budding palm enthusiast.

Answer by  Jo46 (394)

A cataractarum palm is a certain kind of palm tree that has a short base with long, spindly palm shoots that rise from the shorter trunk.

Answer by  terry82 (191)

It a "fan" type palm generally used as a house plant. It can grow up to four foot tall. It grows best in light shade to shade and requires watering on a regular basis. If you are using it as a house plant, make sure that you get a pot and saucer large enough to anticipate future growth

Answer by  tumsy (467)

It is also called cat palm, cascade palm or cataract palm. It is a small and very pretty palm from Mexico that lives near streams. In nature, this attractive palm grows in or near fast flowing streams.

Answer by  jacks83 (96)

Cataractarum palm is an attractive wild plant. Since it is compact, which is being commonly used as an indoor plant. In forests it prefer wet, and grows beside the flowing streams and can grow up to six feet tall. It needs a good watering when we use it as an indoor plant.

Answer by  MattK (1713)

The cataractarum palm is a prehistoric member of the palm family, which is native to warmer climates and needs a great deal of light and warmth. It has fronds that extend out in an almost fan like pattern. It is a hermaphroditic plant, containing both the male and female sex organs.

Answer by  Riley (765)

Can be a good house plant. Compact dwarf shade palm that likes moist conditions. Will grow to 6' or less. Average speed of growth.