Mexican Parlour Palm

Chamaedorea radicalis, also known as Mexican Parlour Palm is one of a number of palms commonly referred to as ‘Parlour Palms’ a name probably adapted from their use as hardy adaptable house plants first introduced and made popular in the Victorian era. This species of Chamaedorea can be grown indoors or outdoors in NZ where it can be hardy to at least minus 7 degrees. 

With slender bamboo-like stems, this beautiful feather palm reaches 1.5-2 metres high over time and is perfect for a sheltered position in the garden, where it will tolerate full sun but arguably look better in at least part-shade. If growing inside, try the bathroom!