Areca Palm vs Parlor Palm
Side-by-side comparison.
| Areca Palm | Parlor Palm | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light | Bright indirect light; tolerates low light |
| Water | When top 1-2 inches dry, about weekly | Water when top inch of soil is dry; keep evenly moist |
| Humidity | 50-70% | 40-50% or higher; adapts to average |
| Mature size | 6-10 ft indoors | 2-4 ft indoors (up to 6 ft) |
| Pet-safe? | Yes | Yes |