Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

The parlour palm, Chamaedorea elegans, is a popular houseplant grown for its attractive light green fronds. On NASA's list of 50 Indoor plants that clean the air, it's fantastic for filtering and purifying stagnant air, and is a popular choice for growing in the work place. Tiny yellow flowers occasionally appear from spring to autumn, followed by small black fruit.

Chamaedorea elegans is found growing in the wild in Mexico and Guatemala. For best results, grow in houseplant compost in a bright spot, shaded from full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and feed monthly. During winter, keep the compost on the dry side. Repot pot-bound plants in spring.

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Chamaedorea and wildlife

Chamaedorea has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Chamaedorea poisonous?

Chamaedorea has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Chamaedorea elegans
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