- Made with proprietary, lightweight clay blend
- Hand-finished with custom-formulated matte glaze
- Glazed inside and out and 100% waterproof
- Sized to fit 6” grow pots with extra room for drainage
- No drainage hole; intended for use with nursery grow pot
Parlor Palm 1-1 ½ ft tall Medium Nouvelle Ceramic
Estimated ship date: 08-20-2020
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Beginners. The Parlor Palm is a resilient plant, perfect for beginners
Safe plant for pets.
Living plants need time to adapt to changing conditions. If your plant doesn't settle in comfortably within the first 45 days, we'll replace it.
Each and every order is hand-selected, inspected for health, treated for insects, pruned, cleaned and staged in your choice of planter.
Experience our custom-designed packaging, crafted for the safe and sustainable transit of your plants. Shipped via FedEx, UPS, and USPS, we ensure expedited delivery with package tracking, arriving in just 1 to 6 days. At checkout, customize your delivery by selecting a preferred shipping date to suit your schedule. Our packaging is innovatively designed to secure your plant and planter, minimizing soil displacement and guaranteeing your new green addition arrives in immaculate condition. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, our packagings are 99% recyclable, striving towards a greener delivery process.
Your orders are prepared in our workshops in Los Angeles, CA.
All our plants are grown in California under ideal conditions and responsibly.
We prioritize for our pots and accessories handmade craftsmanship.
Plant Details & Size
The Parlor Palm brings instant style and summer feels all year-round. It’s easy to care for and does well in low light. This popular indoor houseplant makes for a perfect gift or starter plant, and sits well as an accent on any desk or shelf.
- Overall size from bottom of pot to the top leaf: 1-1 ½ ft tall
- Nursery pot ⌀: 6 in
- Live, fully grown, healthy plant · Grown in the USA
- Native to the rainforests of Southern Mexico & Guatemala
- Also commonly known as: Neanthebella palm
- Botanical name: Chamaedora elegans
*Please note that our plants are live and naturally grown (not artificial), so each one is unique, and shape or appearance may vary. While we aim to deliver plants within ±10% of the listed height, this cannot be fully guaranteed. If you have specific preferences or questions about plant height, please reach out, we're happy to assist.
Is This the Right Plant for You?
Also known as the Neanthebella Palm, the Parlor Palm features long beautiful fronds that arch over once matured. This plant is a slow grower and stays about the same height and shape with consistent care.
Difficulty: Beginners
The Parlor Palm is a resilient plant, perfect for beginners
Pets
Safe plant for pets.
Light
Bright indirect and direct light; will not tolerate low light · View Light Guide
Pot Design & Size
A feminine and elegant silhouette, the Nouvelle ceramic is an ode to the relaxed aesthetic of a chic countryside retreat. Inspired by the classic bell planters popularized in the 1960s, this style is a modern update on an ever-trendy design.
Construction and details
Care Essentials
Light
Bright indirect and direct light; will not tolerate low light · View Light Guide
Water
Keep soil just moist to the touch, watering once a week or as needed. Note that despite this plant’s preference for moisture, it is relatively drought tolerant.
Care Guide
Parlor Palms do well with surprisingly little water. Be sure not to water more than one cup at a time, and probe the top inch of soil with your finger before watering. If it is dry, the plant is ready to water.
Find more information in the complete care guide for the Parlor Palm.
NOUVELLE: ELEGANCE REIMAGINED
A feminine and elegant silhouette, the Nouvelle ceramic is an ode to the relaxed aesthetic of a chic countryside retreat. Wake up to the sights and sounds of nature at your door... dawn slowly spreading across the sky, birds softly chatting in the trees, and subtle signs of life stirring in the hills. Where classic meets modern, the Nouvelle ceramic offers a playful, contemporary update to the common bell-shaped design. Light as a feather, solid as stone, and featuring a graceful hint of a bottom lip, it's crafted with a proprietary clay blend and hand-finished with custom-formulated matte glaze. Discover your favorite new plant set with the Nouvelle ceramic and bring nature’s effortless beauty into your home.
What's included
When you purchase a plant from Léon & George, each order is prepared with the utmost care and service:
- Sourced from top California growers
- Hand-selected for health, shape and beauty
- Cleaned and shined with our own all-natural soaps
- Trimmed and pruned for blemishes
- Inspected and treated with systemic bug protection
- Soil is topped with preserved forest moss or pebbles for a refined finished touch
- Carefully wrapped, packed and sealed for their journey to you
When ordered with a ceramic pot, your set comes pre-assembled with our staging method for optimal airflow and drainage. This method ensures long-term comfort and care of your plant, repotting is not recommended.

Imbue your space with a dose of fresh, jungle aesthetic. Place your Parlor Palm in a bathroom or kitchen for an instant boost of texture. Parlor Palms love humidity and their vibrant fronds are instantly decorative.
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Featured Questions
How Fast Do Parlor Palms Grow?
Parlor Palms (Chamaedorea elegans) are known for their slow growth rate, making them ideal for indoor spaces where a low-maintenance, compact plant is preferred. In bright, indirect light with proper care, a healthy Parlor Palm may add a few inches of height each year, particularly during the growing season (spring and summer).
Indoors, Parlor Palms typically reach a mature height of 3 to 4 feet, though they can eventually grow taller over many years. Because of their slow growth and manageable size, they’re a popular choice for offices, apartments, and low-light interiors.
Cooler temperatures, poor lighting, or infrequent watering can further slow down their already gradual growth. While they may take time to mature, their graceful, feathery fronds and easy-going nature make them well worth the wait.
How Do I Water My Parlor Palm?
To keep your Parlor Palm healthy, water it when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. These palms prefer lightly moist but not overly wet soil, so it’s important not to overwater. On average, watering every 1 to 2 weeks works well, but always adjust based on your home's conditions.
When watering, thoroughly soak the soil until water drains from the bottom of the pot, and be sure to empty any excess water from the saucer to prevent root rot. Good drainage is essential, as Parlor Palms do not tolerate soggy roots.
During the dormant winter months, the plant's growth slows and it will require less frequent watering. In contrast, warmer seasons or dry indoor environments may require more frequent checks.
Parlor Palms are somewhat drought-tolerant but will thrive with consistent, moderate moisture. Brown leaf tips can occur if the plant is left too dry for extended periods or exposed to low humidity, so regular monitoring and a stable watering routine are key.
What Kind of Light Does a Parlor Palm Need?
Parlor Palms are one of the best houseplants for low to medium light conditions, making them perfect for offices, shaded rooms, or corners away from windows. While they prefer bright, indirect light for optimal growth, they’re highly adaptable and will continue to do well even in lower-light spaces.
Avoid placing your Parlor Palm in direct sunlight, as intense rays can cause the fronds to burn or turn yellow. A spot near a north- or east-facing window is ideal, or several feet back from a brighter window with filtered light.
Although they grow more slowly in dim conditions, Parlor Palms will maintain their attractive appearance and tolerate a wide range of lighting setups. However, if the fronds start to appear pale or leggy, try moving the plant to a slightly brighter location.
In summary, choose a spot with soft, indirect light, and your Parlor Palm will reward you with lush, feathery foliage and an easygoing presence that fits beautifully into any space.