Palm
Neanthe Bella Palm
Chamaedorea elegans
Varieties We Carry
StandardChamaedorea elegans
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$19.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightPart Shade, Full Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size3-6 feet (outdoors in sheltered site; typically 3-4 feet as container/houseplant) × 2-3 feet
About Neanthe Bella Palm
Parlor palm (Chamaedorea elegans) is a slow-growing, shade-tolerant palm native to the rainforests of southern Mexico and Guatemala, commonly grown as a houseplant or sheltered patio container in NE Florida. It is cold-sensitive (hardy only to zones 10-12 outdoors) and must be protected from frost; best grown in containers that can be moved indoors during winter freezes. Starting at $19.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. May need protection below 25°F.
Care essentials
Light
Parlor palm requires bright indirect light to deep shade; never expose to direct sun outdoors, which causes severe leaf scorch. In NE Florida, grow in a sheltered, shaded patio spot or keep as a container plant moved indoors during freezes.
Water
Water when the top inch of soil dries; avoid overwatering or waterlogged soil. Keep consistently moist but not wet — good drainage is essential to prevent root rot.
Soil & Fertilizer
Use a rich, well-drained potting mix or loamy soil. Fertilize with slow-release palm fertilizer (8-2-12-4Mg) in spring and summer only — do not fertilize in fall or winter as new growth is cold-sensitive.
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Common questions
Is Neanthe Bella Palm a good plant for St. Augustine?
Neanthe Bella Palm is a palm for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 3-6 feet (outdoors in sheltered site; typically 3-4 feet as container/houseplant) × 2-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.