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Parlor palm

Chamaedorea elegans

A small indoor palm that tolerates dry air and dim light; not hazardous for pets.

Key figures

ItemValueSource
Lightbright indirect light; tolerates low light[1]
Wateringlet the soil dry slightly between waterings[1]
Humiditylow to medium[1]
Plant sizeindoors stems up to about 1.5 m (5 ft)[1]
Toxicity and petsnot hazardous for pets; fruit juice may irritate skin[1]

Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.

The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.

These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.

Sources

  1. NC State Extension Plant Toolbox: Chamaedorea elegans