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Cami | 50cm

Cami | 50cm

Chamaedorea Elegans; Parlour Palm

Height: 50cm

Nursey Pot Diameter: Ø17cm

About Chamaedorea Elegans

Chamaedorea elegans, the parlour palm, drifts from Central American rainforests into calm, modern bedrooms with effortless grace. With feathered fronds on slender canes, Cami softens edges, adds movement, and quietly refreshes the air. He thrives in bright, indirect light yet tolerates partial shade; keep him back from harsh sun and cold glass. Water when the top layer dries, then drain well—moist, never soggy—and use a light, free-draining mix.

Gentle leaf wipes keep fronds glossy; rotate monthly for even poise. Slow and steady by nature, he stays compact, then matures into an elegant, multi-stemmed accent over years. We ship him secure in a sturdy, plant-safe box so he arrives fresh, healthy, and intact—ready to settle bedside. Low-drama presence, timeless style, and easy care in one refined palm.

Did you know?

Parlour palms often flower while still small, producing fragrant, bead-like blooms indoors. Most pots contain several seedlings; with time, a few become dominant, creating that lush “clump” you see in Victorian rooms.

Why the bedroom?

This plant is perfect for the bedroom because it brings instant calm and tropical charm with minimal effort. His soft, arching fronds make a striking statement while gently freshening the air you breathe. Since he’s pet friendly, he’s ideal for stylish, lived-in spaces. Low-maintenance, air-cleansing, and full of presence—Cami was made for this room.

Position: Tabletop

Place Cami in the bedroom near a bright, indirect window or behind sheer curtains. Give space for fronds to fan and keep him away from radiators, drafts, and blasting AC. A Tabletop or low stand works beautifully; larger specimens suit the Floor. Rotate monthly for balance. Pet friendly, so perfect for lived-in spaces where calm greenery and gentle movement soften edges beautifully.

Growth Habit: Clumping

Plants that grow into a compact thicket or mound.

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Soil: Well-Draining

Choose a well-draining, airy palm mix so Cami’s roots stay oxygenated yet lightly moist. Use premium potting soil boosted with chunky perlite, washed sand, and a touch of coco coir; a little fine bark adds structure. Avoid heavy, waterlogged blends. Let water run through, then reset—damp, never dense—to keep fronds glossy and growth steady in bedroom conditions year-round, with stable warmth indoors.

Propagation: Seed

Propagate Chamaedorea elegans by SEED. Use fresh, cleaned seed; soak 24 hours, then sow 1–2 cm deep in a sterile, free-draining mix (coco coir + perlite). Keep warm at 24–28°C, bright-indirect, and evenly moist, never soggy. Germination is slow—weeks to months. Do not divide clumps; most pots are multiple seedlings. Transplant gently once roots fill the starter cell or small nursery pots.

Getting our plants from nurseries in the Netherlands means you're getting top-quality greenery. The Dutch are world-famous for their expertise in growing healthy, vibrant plants—and thanks to their efficient systems, everything arrives fresh and full of life. It's a smart, sustainable choice that your home (and your plants) will thank you for.

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Bright, Indirect

Cami thrives in bright, indirect light and tolerates low light; avoid direct sun. Position a few metres from windows or behind sheers. Water when the top layer dries, then drain—moist, never soggy indoors.

Moderate

Cami prefers moderate watering: keep soil evenly moist in growth, never soggy. Water when the top 2–3 cm dries, then drain. Reduce slightly in winter. Use room-temperature water; empty saucers to protect roots.

Novice

Cami is easy—bright, indirect to partial shade, moderate watering, and a light, well-draining mix. Let the top layer dry, then drain. Avoid harsh sun, cold drafts. Wipe fronds; rotate monthly.

Medium

Cami prefers medium, steady humidity. Keep him away from heaters and blasting AC. Group with plants or use a pebble tray near bed; mist is fine, but airflow matters more for healthy fronds.

Toxicity

Pet Friendly: Perfectly safe for pets (and their owners).

Botanical name

Chamaedorea Elegans

Nickname(s)

Parlour Palm; Neanthe Bella Palm; Bella Palm

Plant type

Palms

Air purifying?

Yes

Cami | 50cm
Cami | 50cm