{"product_id":"bella-palm-chamaedorea-elegans","title":"Neanthe Bella Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans) — Pet-Safe Houseplant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-Safe · Low-Light Tolerant · Slow \u0026amp; Tidy Growth · Ships Potted or Bare Root\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a soft, tropical touch to any room with the \u003cstrong\u003eBella Palm (\u003cem\u003eChamaedorea elegans\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the classic \u003cstrong\u003e\"Neanthe Bella\" parlor palm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its delicate, feathery fronds bring a relaxed, resort-style feel to desks, shelves, and tabletops, and its slow growth keeps it small for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe parlor palm is one of the most popular indoor palms because it's so forgiving. It tolerates low light, is comfortable in average indoor humidity, and is \u003cstrong\u003elisted as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA\u003c\/strong\u003e, which makes it an easy, pet-friendly pick for first-time plant owners and busy households.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 live Bella Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand-selected for healthy fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour choice of format:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotted\u003c\/strong\u003e — arrives rooted in a nursery grow pot, ready to display or set inside a decorative planter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBare Root\u003c\/strong\u003e — ships without pot or soil at a lower price, ready for your own pot or a terrarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 5–8 inches tall at shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParlor palms are often grown as several seedlings in one pot, so the number of stems varies. 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It tolerates low light well. Keep it out of direct sun, which can scorch the fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry, then let the excess drain away. Overwatering is the most common problem, so never let the pot sit in water. It can handle a short dry spell but looks lushest in evenly moist soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity \u0026amp; Pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAverage indoor humidity is fine. In very dry air, spider mites and mealybugs can show up, so mist the fronds now and then and wipe them with a damp cloth to keep pests away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a well-draining potting mix in a pot with drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it between 65–80°F (18–27°C), away from cold drafts near windows, doors, and vents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed lightly every 6–8 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer. In winter, skip feeding and water a little less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomes and offices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesks, shelves, and tabletops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet-friendly homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-light rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner plant owners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRainforest-style terrariums (young plants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot an aquarium plant.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bella Palm is terrestrial. In a paludarium, plant it in the land section above the waterline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem count varies.\u003c\/strong\u003e Parlor palms are often grown as several seedlings per pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural variation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Size and color vary with season and growing conditions. Photos show a representative plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe guarantee live arrival when our temperature guidelines are followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your plant arrives damaged, contact us \u003cstrong\u003ewithin 2 hours of delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e with clear photos. We'll send a replacement \u003cstrong\u003ewithin 2 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme weather packaging is required\u003c\/strong\u003e when temperatures are below 40°F or above 100°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Our Bella Palm?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegant, feathery tropical foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe and beginner-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-light tolerant and slow-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it stays tidy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo ways to buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e potted and ready to display, or bare root for your own pot or terrarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarefully packed\u003c\/strong\u003e for safe delivery and backed by our Live Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurated by PlantedPro\u003c\/strong\u003e, a specialist shop for live plants and aquascaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Top 5 Questions — Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Is the Bella Palm safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e= Yes. The ASPCA lists the Neanthe Bella palm (\u003cem\u003eChamaedorea elegans\u003c\/em\u003e) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Eating any plant can still upset a sensitive stomach, so it's best to discourage nibbling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How big does a Bella Palm get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e= Ours ship at about 5–8 inches tall. It grows slowly and usually stays fairly small indoors, though older plants can reach about 5 feet over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How much light does a Bella Palm need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e= Bright, indirect light, such as a spot near a north- or east-facing window, is ideal. It also tolerates low light, which is why it's a favorite for offices. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. 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