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Chamaedorea Elegans 9cm
£4.99
An extremely beautiful small feather-leafed palm that grows slender, reedy trunks in the rainforest of southern Mexico and Guatemala. Since Victorian times, it’s been grown as a houseplant, gracing ‘parlours’ all over the country.
Size
Plant is 10cm to 20cm tall, grown in a 9cm recyclable plastic pot.
Position
Almost any position in the house where they receive bright, indirect light.
Humidity
Mist occasionally and keep humidity high.
Watering
Keep continuously moist. Do not allow to stand in water.
Temperature
18-25 degrees centigrade is ideal.
Toxicity
Humans. Harmful if eaten.
Description
The parlour palm is an easy-care plant that tolerates low amounts of light and dry air. It is also an effective air purifier, capable of filtering and purifying stale air.
For optimal results, grow your chamaedorea in a bright, partially shady location using free draining compost.
During the growing season, water frequently and fertilise monthly. Keep the compost on the dry side over the winter.
Botanical Name
Chamaedorea Elegans
Common Name(s)
Parlor Palm, Neanthe Bella Palm
