Arecaceae
Chamaedorea elegans
Bring effortless greenery to your space with the Parlor Palm—an iconic indoor palm with soft, feathery fronds and a clean, modern look. It stays compact, handles typical indoor light, and looks instantly polished in homes, cafés, and offices. If you want a dependable plant that elevates décor without demanding constant attention, this is the palm to choose.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Parlor Palm
Botanical Name: Chamaedorea elegans
Plant Varient: Standard
Plant Color: Natural
Plant Country: Japan
SKU: PLT-0047
Arabic Name: شمدؤر
Stems:
Family: Arecaceae
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Arecales
Family: Arecaceae
Genus: Chamaedorea
Species: C. elegans
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to the rainforests of southern Mexico and Guatemala. Widely cultivated as a houseplant worldwide and naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions including Florida, the Caribbean, parts of Asia, and Australia.
4. Visual Characteristics
A graceful clumping palm with slender, green canelike stems. Fronds are pinnate and arching, 30–45 cm long, bearing 4–8 pairs of lanceolate, glossy green leaflets with entire margins. New fronds emerge light green, maturing to deeper green.
5. Size & Dimensions
Indoor height: typically 60–120 cm (2–4 ft); clumping width: up to 60 cm (2 ft). Stem diameter: 0.5–1.5 cm. Individual fronds: 30–45 cm long.
6. Light Requirements
Thrives in bright, indirect light but tolerates low to moderate light. Protect from direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorching. Ideal light intensity: 800–1,600 lux.
7. Watering Needs
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2–3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce frequency in winter. Avoid standing water to prevent root rot.
8. Soil & Potting
Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix amended with perlite or orchid bark. Soil pH: 6.0–7.5. Repot every 2–3 years or when root-bound, preferably in spring.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature: 18–27 °C (65–80 °F); minimum: 15 °C (59 °F). Prefers high humidity (50–60%). Benefits from occasional misting or a humidity tray.
10. Fertilization
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) at half strength every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer. Do not fertilize in fall and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Low-maintenance. Remove yellowing or brown fronds at the base. Tolerates intermittent care and is well-suited for beginners.
12. Growth & Propagation
Slow-growing, clumping habit. Best propagated by division of the root clump during repotting in spring. Seed propagation is possible but uncommon and slow.
13. Common Problems
Leaf browning or tip burn from low humidity or fluoride/salt buildup. Yellowing leaves due to overwatering or inadequate light. Susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
14. Benefits & Uses
Effective air purifier, removing formaldehyde and benzene. Popular ornamental plant for homes, offices, cafés, and low-light interiors. Adds soft, tropical texture to décor.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA). Safe for households with pets and children.
Chamaedorea elegans
Bring effortless greenery to your space with the Parlor Palm—an iconic indoor palm with soft, feathery fronds and a clean, modern look. It stays compact, handles typical indoor light, and looks instantly polished in homes, cafés, and offices. If you want a dependable plant that elevates décor without demanding constant attention, this is the palm to choose.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Parlor Palm
Botanical Name: Chamaedorea elegans
Plant Varient: Standard
Plant Color: Natural
Plant Country: Japan
SKU: PLT-0047
Arabic Name: شمدؤر
Stems:
Family: Arecaceae
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Arecales
Family: Arecaceae
Genus: Chamaedorea
Species: C. elegans
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to the rainforests of southern Mexico and Guatemala. Widely cultivated as a houseplant worldwide and naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions including Florida, the Caribbean, parts of Asia, and Australia.
4. Visual Characteristics
A graceful clumping palm with slender, green canelike stems. Fronds are pinnate and arching, 30–45 cm long, bearing 4–8 pairs of lanceolate, glossy green leaflets with entire margins. New fronds emerge light green, maturing to deeper green.
5. Size & Dimensions
Indoor height: typically 60–120 cm (2–4 ft); clumping width: up to 60 cm (2 ft). Stem diameter: 0.5–1.5 cm. Individual fronds: 30–45 cm long.
6. Light Requirements
Thrives in bright, indirect light but tolerates low to moderate light. Protect from direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorching. Ideal light intensity: 800–1,600 lux.
7. Watering Needs
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2–3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce frequency in winter. Avoid standing water to prevent root rot.
8. Soil & Potting
Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix amended with perlite or orchid bark. Soil pH: 6.0–7.5. Repot every 2–3 years or when root-bound, preferably in spring.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature: 18–27 °C (65–80 °F); minimum: 15 °C (59 °F). Prefers high humidity (50–60%). Benefits from occasional misting or a humidity tray.
10. Fertilization
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) at half strength every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer. Do not fertilize in fall and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Low-maintenance. Remove yellowing or brown fronds at the base. Tolerates intermittent care and is well-suited for beginners.
12. Growth & Propagation
Slow-growing, clumping habit. Best propagated by division of the root clump during repotting in spring. Seed propagation is possible but uncommon and slow.
13. Common Problems
Leaf browning or tip burn from low humidity or fluoride/salt buildup. Yellowing leaves due to overwatering or inadequate light. Susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
14. Benefits & Uses
Effective air purifier, removing formaldehyde and benzene. Popular ornamental plant for homes, offices, cafés, and low-light interiors. Adds soft, tropical texture to décor.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA). Safe for households with pets and children.