Cascade palm (chamaedorea cataractarum)

The Cascade palm  is a shade loving palm particularly suited to growing in pots either indoors or on patios and verandas. A great air-purifying plant for indoor spaces and offices. This Mexican native is a hardy and versatile clumping palm, and will be content in your garden or your home. They're an easy care palm that won't require too much attention. 

Botanical Name

Chamaedorea Cataractarum

Size (Can grow to)

Cascade palms grow to a height of about 1.9-2.3 meters tall and produce shrubs along the trunks.

Growth Habit

Tree like / Bushy 

Position

Bright Light. Cascade palm are easy to care for. These palms grow naturally in warm climates near streams and freshwater sources, so they need more moisture both in soil and in the environment than other palm species. Regular misting helps to prevent browning on the tips of the foliage. 

Watering

Medium. Feed with a general fertiliser for indoor plants prior to the warmer months to maximise growth. Fast draining soil is best as they don't like sitting in water.