Parlor Palm
Chamaedorea elegans
Family: ArecaceaeNative: Rainforests of Southern Mexico and GuatemalaIdentified: Feb 14, 2026
A compact, slow-growing palm featuring delicate, bright green, pinnate fronds that grow from slender, cane-like stems.
Learn more about Parlor Palm in the encyclopedia →Care instructions
Thrives in indirect light to low light. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, but avoid overwatering to prevent root rot. Prefers high humidity and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).