I am a small, clustering palm with multiple slender, bamboo-like canes that form dense clumps.My most distinctive feature is my hand-shaped (palmate) leaves, each divided into 4-10 broad, ribbed, glossy segments that resemble fingers on a hand. The leaves are deep green and have a leathery texture.I grow in tidy, upright clumps, making me an excellent space-conscious plant for interiors.I am known for my tolerance of low light and neglect, earning a reputation as one of the toughest indoor palms.

I am native to the subtropical forests of southern China and Taiwan.

I prefer consistently moist but never soggy soil. Water me when the top inch of soil feels dry.I am sensitive to overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Ensure my pot has excellent drainage.I can tolerate occasional dryness better than constant wetness. Yellowing fronds often indicate overwatering.I appreciate moderate to high humidity but are quite adaptable to average home conditions. Brown leaf tips can signal dry air.

I am a low to bright, indirect light specialist. I thrive in the filtered light of north or east-facing windows.I am one of the best palms for low-light conditions and can survive in areas with only artificial light, though my growth will be very slow.Direct, harsh sunlight will scorch my leaves, causing unsightly yellow or brown patches.

I prefer average to warm room temperatures between 16°C and 27°C.I am sensitive to cold drafts and temperatures below 10°C. I can be grown outdoors year-round in USDA zones 9-11 in a shaded, protected location.

I am an ideal floor plant, accent for corners, or tabletop specimen (when young) for homes and offices.Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.I prefer to be slightly root-bound, so repot only every 2-3 years in spring.Wipe my leaves with a damp cloth occasionally to keep them dust-free and glossy. Remove old, yellowed fronds at the base to maintain a neat appearance.

I am a light feeder. Feed me monthly during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer.Do not fertilize in fall and winter.Use a fertilizer with micronutrients to prevent deficiencies, which can show as yellowing between leaf veins.

Scientific Name: Rhapis excelsaCommon Names: Lady Palm, Bamboo Palm, Fan PalmPlant Family: ArecaceaePlant Type: Evergreen clustering palm

I am non-toxic to cats and dogs, making me an excellent and worry-free choice for pet-friendly homes.

I am a top-tier air-purifying plant. NASA's Clean Air Study highlighted my effectiveness at removing common indoor air pollutants like ammonia, formaldehyde, xylene, and carbon dioxide.