Parlor palm (Chamaedorea oblongata)
Care, watering, light and tips for Parlor palm on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Arecaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 15–40 °C
About Parlor palm
Chamaedorea oblongata, also known as Jade Tepejilote, is an elegant understory palm native to Central America, valued for its dark green, glossy, and slightly undulated leaves. Its slender habit and lanceolate fronds make it an excellent choice for indoor settings, bringing a tropical and sophisticated touch to any space. It's ideal for shady corners or as part of an indoor plant arrangement, where its subtle beauty can be fully appreciated.
Native range
Mexico and Central America
Care tips
It prefers bright to medium indirect light; direct sunlight can scorch its leaves. Keep the potting mix consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging, especially in winter. Use a well-draining, organic-rich substrate, specifically for palms or houseplants. A common mistake is insufficient ambient humidity, which can lead to brown leaf tips; consider misting its leaves or using a humidifier.
How to save a dying Parlor palm
- Warning signs
- Yellow or brown, wilting leaves; dry, brittle tips. May indicate lack of water or low humidity.
- First aid
- Check soil moisture. If dry, water deeply. Mist leaves if air is dry. Move away from direct sun.
- What kills it
- Excessive direct sun, cold drafts, or constantly soggy soil that rots roots. Also dry air.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted and central stem is not soft. Act quickly.