How Often to Water a Lady Palm

Rhapis excelsa · Difficulty: Easy

Palm 🐾 Non-toxic to cats & dogs

☀️ Summer / active growth Every 7-9 days

❄️ Winter / dormant Every 14-18 days

Care Snapshot

Light	Low to bright indirect light
Soil	Well-draining potting mix
Humidity	Average home humidity is fine (30-50%)
Temperature	16-27°C (60-80°F)
Pet Safety	🐾 Non-toxic to cats & dogs

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Yellowing fronds and a persistently damp lower soil layer suggest the roots aren't getting enough oxygen between waterings.

The fan-shaped, glossy fronds lose their sheen and the leaflet tips turn brown and dry.

One of the most tolerant palms of low indoor light and irregular watering, making it a good pick for offices or rooms without much natural light.

Naturally slow-growing and long-lived - lady palms are often passed down for decades, so don't expect (or need) rapid growth even with ideal care.

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