Parlour Palms ~ Neanthe belle

[Knnn]

( Chamaedorea elegans )

This is perhaps one of the best indoor Palms, prefers lower light levels and very adaptable.

All of mine came from Wal Mart ~ 20 stuffed in a 4" pot for $1.99







Even been growing some aquatically ~ Now my fish have their own Palms





This one is completely submerged and has adapted by sending the new spears above the water line before opening.
( C.cataractarum is recognized as a rheophyte, it would seem that C. elegans shares this trait)

[oppalm]

I have had great success in breaking apart my Neanthe Belle and planting 1-4 stems in a pot. Have not lost any and they look great as indoor palms. That's interesting that they adapt to water. How long has the one in the picture been in the water. Do you expect it to survive long term in the water? If so, I can hardly wait until summer so I can plant some of these in my outdoor pond.

[Knnn]

I've had these in the water for about 5 - 6 months now, haven't lost any and they seem to be in a constant growth mode. A little slower now that it is cold, but I am keeping the water right around 50* F / 10*C. Also been using the Shultz brand aquatic soil ( pelletized clay ) No problems so far so maybe this will turn out to be permanent.


Something else I found available that would look good in your pond

http://asiaticanursery.com/product_info ... ts_id/1138

[Knnn]

Also, a good article on Aquatic Palms.

http://www.victoria-adventure.org/aquat ... page1.html

[oppalm]

thanks for the information. it is amazing what I learn when I'm supposed to be working. The beauty of sitting in front of a computer for most of the day.