How to Care for A Cat Palm
About Cat Palm
Other common names
- Cascade Palm
- Cataract Palm
- Mexican Hat Palm
- Chamaedorea Cataractarum
How Often Should I Water My Cat Palm?
With easyplant, watering your Cat Palm is simple. Make sure to check the easyplant reservoir once a month and fill it when empty, and you're all set!
Cat Palm Light Needs
Cat Palms grow best in a space with bright indirect light, although they can also adapt to medium to low-light spaces. Though they can handle some direct light, they are susceptible to leaves burning, so placing them a few feet away from the window and using a thin curtain to diffuse the light is best. Avoid placing it in spaces without natural light.
Choose a south or east-facing window in your home to get the best light for your Cat Palm. Place 1 to 3 feet from the window in the path of light. Observe how your Cat Palm reacts to the placement. You can always adjust the distance if needed. Want more details on plant lighting? Dive into our extensive lighting guide.
Cat Palm Plant Care
How Big Do Cat Palm Plants Grow?
Temperature & Humidity
Are Cat Palm Toxic for Pets & Kids?
Troubleshooting Common Problems with Cat Palm
Frequently Asked Questions about Cat Palm Plant
- Is a Cat Palm a good indoor plant?The Cat Palm is an excellent indoor plant. It's easy to maintain, provided it's given the appropriate care, and it's safe around children and pets. An added bonus is that most palm plants are air purifiers, cleaning the air of harmful pollutants.
- Is the Cat Palm an outdoor plant?Cat Palms can be grown both indoors and outdoors. If a Cat Palm is planted outside, it should be placed in an area with full to partial shade, so the fronds don't get scorched in the direct sunlight. These plants need warmer climates, so they will only do well year-round in zones 9-11.
- Are Cat Palms hard to keep alive?Cat Palm is a low-maintenance plant that is relatively easy to care for and keep alive. Your plant will thrive if you follow proper care instructions and monitor your Cat Palm for any troubleshooting signs, such as brown fronds, yellow leaves, and pests. Be sure to keep it in a space with a humid climate and bright, indirect light, and keep a watering schedule in which the soil almost dries out completely to maintain it happy and healthy.