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Parlor palm

Scientific name: Chamaedorea elegans

Family Arecaceae · Genus Chamaedorea

HouseplantsGujarat / bagicha priority

Care snapshot

Compact indoor palm that tolerates lower light than many tropical plants. Use well-draining soil, water when the upper soil starts drying, and avoid harsh afternoon sun. Suitable for many indoor settings.

Draft seed — not medical or emergency advice. Human review pending.

Growing details

Season
Year-round indoors
Common pests
Spider mites, scale insects, mealybugs
Common diseases
Root rot, leaf spot

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