Characteristics:

• 3 - 4' Tall
• Slow Grower
• Thin Green Leaves
• Low/Moderate Indirect Light
• Slightly Dry Soil Between Waterings

Chamaedorea elegans - Neanthe bella Palm, also known as Parlor Palm is a member of the Araceae family and is a slow growing palm native to Southern Mexico and Guatemala.

A low maintenance and easy to care for plant makes the Neanthe bella Palm is a very common houseplant. It can tolerate low light up to moderately bright conditions.

It prefers a evenly moist soil, but do not allow to sit in water or dry out completely. Misting the foliage is beneficial but not required.

The Neanthe bella Palm will eventually grow to be 3-4' high.

USDA Hardiness Zone 10-11

Container Gardens/Terrariums/Houseplant:

Because of its slow growth, Neanthe bella Palm will do well in a container garden, terrarium or as a houseplant as it can tolerate low light and is easy to care for. It also makes an interesting fairy garden plant and will stay small for extended periods of time.

Plant in a quality potting soil with good drainage.

Josh's Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Vivariums/Animal Terrariums:

Chamaedorea elegans - Neanthe bella Palm does well in vivariums/animal terrariums if not allowed to sit in water. Plant in an area of the vivarium that is well drained.

The slow growing Neanthe bella Palm can tolerate both lower light to moderate light conditions. Although not necessary, it will certainly appreciate light misting on its foliage.

As good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.