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What types of palms make the best houseplants?

Last Updated: June 30, 2010

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Palms can be used as landscape plants in warmer climates. They also grow successfully in greenhouses and as houseplants. In fact, they are an ideal subject for the indoor gardener. Some of the palms best suited as houseplants include: queen palm, alexandra palm, bottle palm, parlor palm, mediterranean fan palm, kentia palm, date palm and lady palm.

For more information, please see the PlantTalk script #1351, Palms.

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