Kentia Palm (Howea frsteriana)
Botanical Name: (Howea frsteriana)
Common Name:
Kentia Palm
thatch palm
palm court
Care & Growth:
Watering:
Your Kentia Palm enjoys weekly waterings. Allow her soil to dry out between waterings, especially during the winter when you might only need to water your plant fortnightly.
Light:
Kentia Palms thrive in bright, indirect light to dappled sun. Prolonged exposure to bright direct sunlight may burn and scorch their leaves.
Temperature:
Kentia palms are considered to be moderately tolerant of salt spray and can tolerate cold down to 25F
Feeding:
The Kentia Palm is a slow grower and will take many years to reach the majestic heights its known for. Fertilize your Kentia Palm 1-2 times per month in the spring and summer with indoor plant food, and consider foliar feeding year round.
Medical Importance:
The Kentia Palm is praised for being a fantastic air purifier, removing toxins such as formaldehyde, ammonia and carbon monoxide from the home, helping you to breathe cleaner and healthier air