Jubaea Seeds

[Knnn]

Some of this Winters Projects,

Butia X Jubaea



Jubaea chilensis


All set to go........



Any suggestions as far as Temps ? Have a couple set at 25C, The rest in a warm corner 75F - 80F

[Okanagan desert-palms]

Knnn I managed to germinate 4 out of 8 Butia eriospatha seeds. They took 4 months to see roots, and 1 or 2 months to sprout. I also germinated 3 out of 8 Jubea chilensis. Jubes took a month longer to germinate and 1 or 2 months to sprout. I also used the plastic tupperware container with vermiculite instead. I used a warming blanket 16 hours on 8 off. Temperatures were 80f to 85f on and 60f to 65f off. I also
like using the containers better as I don`t get as much mold,also easier to see germination sooner without disturbing the roots "baggie method". Good luck wth your project.
John

[Kansas]

With tupperware type tubes, do you put the lid on?
Here is what I did with my Roby seeds...
I took some very clear plastic bowls, filled with perlite and manure and then wetted. I have them under a grow light in a room that is about 72-73 degrees.
I had them in a baggie with bottom heat, they got mold, I then took off the heat and put in a West faceing window, but the seeds got really cold at night.
So what do I need to do if anything.

[Knnn]

John ~ Thanks for the info,

Put these in a spot where it will vary between 65 - 85F, That should be good for these.
( Hoping to see at least one of these hybrid seeds germinate

Do you still have yours?, If so how is their growth rate?


Kansas ~ The advantages of the tupperware containers is that once sealed they will
maintain an even moisture content. You can use less water in your germinating medium and
not have to worry about it drying out quickly. The seeds also maintain their orientation and
no risk of damage to emerging radicles ~ as compared to digging around in a "Baggie".

Your Roebelenii seeds will eventually germinate, Without bottom heat it might be next
Spring or Summer before you see anything ( If you don't have any heating pads, putting
them on top of your computer monitor or TV works good, just be sure not to cover up too
many of the vents)

I have some out of the same batch as you and had the same mold problem even after a good
cleaning, I sprayed them with a chamomile tea solution and no more problem.
I use 1 tea bag per half gallon container, This makes a good organic fungicide, seems to
help with damping off too. It is perishable, but will store for a week in the refrigerator. Also
be sure to use "Chamomile", no mixes or blends.

This works for me and thought I'd pass it on, There are a lot of good fungicides/insecticides
on the market. I try to stay away from the chemical stuff unless Absolutely neccessary.

Best of Luck!

~ Steve

[Okanagan desert-palms]

Knnn my Butias are almost a year old and are on their 4th strap leaf. I have others I bought which are now 3 years old and just now showing pinnate fronds. Jubes are really slow compared to Butias they are on their 2nd strap leaf at the same age as the Butias.I can see why they are so expensive to buy they take a lifetime to get really large.
John

[Knnn]

I would have started these 10 - 15 years ago but better late than never
Thanks again for your observations, I think the Butias take on a great form once they start to mature.
(The Jubaeas may not like the hot summers here but it will be fun to try)


~ Steve

[Knnn]

Found this one had germinated today, One the the best Christmas presents to receive

Best wishes to all !!!