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Lady Palm Rhapis excelsa- Indoor & Outdoor Tropical Greenery- Easy Care Foliage 10" Pot

Lady Palm Rhapis excelsa- Indoor & Outdoor Tropical Greenery- Easy Care Foliage 10" Pot

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SKU:trfl1153-redcrocus

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Lady Palm, Broadleaf Lady Palm Palm, Rhapis excelsa (Lady Palm)

Description

The Lady Palm (Rhapis excelsa) is a popular, slow-growing, clumping palm characterized by its elegant, divided fronds and compact stature. It thrives indoors and outdoors, offering lush, green foliage that provides a tropical aesthetic with low maintenance requirements.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for indoor decoration, shaded patio areas, and landscape borders. It is well-suited for courtyards, offices, and shaded garden beds, adding a touch of greenery with minimal upkeep.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Rhapis excelsa
  • Common Name: Lady Palm, Broadleaf Lady Palm
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaches 6-10 ft tall with a spread of 3-4 ft; slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 9-11
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen, Palm Fronds
  • Bloom Time: Usually indoors; flowers sporadically if at all
  • Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Indirect light, tolerates low light conditions
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: Yes
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Mild toxicity to cats and dogs if ingested
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Not typically used as cut flower
  • Grows Well With: Ferns, Sagos, Snake Plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Use well-draining potting mix; plant in a container with drainage holes
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type: Acidic to neutral, rich organic soil preferred
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged fronds as needed
  • Winter Care: Protect from frost; move indoors in cooler climates
  • Planting Depth: Bury roots just below soil surface
  • Fertilization: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season
  • Special Care: Maintain high humidity and indirect light for optimal growth
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