Low-light living room or bedroom
Parlour Palm
Light requirement
Tolerates north-facing rooms and spots well away from windows.
Pet Safe + Low Light
Victorian drawing rooms were filled with these for good reason. Elegant arching fronds, pet safe, thrives in the low light most palms refuse. Slow and stately.
Plant profile
Light
Low light
Water
Water sparingly
Humidity
Average
Growth habit
Upright
Mature size
Medium (40–90 cm)
Pet safe
Non-toxic
Care level
Easy
Water when the top few centimetres are dry. Sensitive to both extremes — avoid waterlogged roots and prolonged drought.
Upright, medium-sized — works well on the floor or a plant stand.
Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs — still best to discourage chewing.
One of the more forgiving indoor plants — tolerates irregular care well.
Scale 1 = lowest · 5 = highest
Beginner forgiveness
Neglect tolerance
Drama queen score