Chamaedorea elegans

Parlour Palm

Easy careTerrestrialNon-toxic30–90 cm

A small palm with soft, feathery fronds that arch outward from a central stem. It does best in low to medium light with steady humidity, growing slowly enough to suit larger closed terrariums. Non-toxic and easy to care for.

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Care

Prefers medium humidity, low light, with 15–24 °C, and reaches 90 cm at maturity.

Light

Shade tolerant(preferred)

Humidity

Medium (40–60%)(preferred)

Temperature

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15°C – 24°C

Soil

Loamy(preferred)

Moisture

Moist(preferred)

Propagation

No description available.

Native range

Native to Mexico and Central America.

Appearance

Frequently asked

Can Parlour Palm grow in a closed terrarium?

Parlour Palm prefers medium (40–60%) humidity, which is below the level a closed terrarium typically maintains. It is better suited to an open terrarium or houseplant setup.

Does Parlour Palm need drainage?

Parlour Palm prefers a moist substrate. Drainage is helpful but not critical; consistent moisture matters more.

What humidity does Parlour Palm need?

Parlour Palm does best in medium (40–60%) humidity.

Is Parlour Palm pet-safe?

Parlour Palm is considered non-toxic to common household pets.

How tall does Parlour Palm grow?

Parlour Palm typically reaches 30–90 cm at maturity.

How do you propagate Parlour Palm?

Parlour Palm can be propagated by division.

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