Indoor Palm Tree Types

Having indoor trees is a great way to decorate your interiors and give your home or office an exotic feel. It is also very soothing to look at a green plant and some studies have also shown that plants have a calming effect on us. One of the best indoor plants is the palm tree, as they are easy to care for and comparatively have less pest infestations. There are many types of palm trees which are suitable for your home or office setting, as they can survive on less light. Palms which grow over 10 - 20 feet outside can be planted inside with techniques like re-potting. This, however, needs some expertise and regular care. Re-potting of palms shunt their growth and also slows it down because the root system of the palms is very delicate.

Having a tree in the house means keeping a tree away from its natural environment, so for it to flourish, its natural settings have to be stimulated. Some types of plants are better suited as indoor plants more than others just because of some natural qualities of adaptation. Here is a look at some types of indoor palm tree:

Kentia Palm: Scientific name 'Howea Fosteriana' is a native of Australia and it is known to be a very adaptable plant. It is an upright-growing palm tree and ideal for indoor use, it can change the look and feel of your surroundings in no time. They look their best if you have 4 - 5 plants in a container, they require very little care and have a long life span.

Pygmy Date Palm: The pygmy date palm is very easy to care for. Scientifically known as 'Phoenix Roebelenii', it is a native of south-east Asia and has a moderate growth rate of 6 inches to 1 feet per year. To care for the pygmy date palm, water it 2 - 3 times a week and use pest control medication, if you have it in a shaded area. Take care of the pruning needs of the palm but be careful as they have thorny fonds.

Lady Palm: These palms are the most adaptable of the palm types and grow in moist environment and varied soil conditions. It is one of the best options among the different types of palm trees as its growth rate is slow. The lady palms scientific name is 'Rhapis Excelsa' and it does not need much looking after making it a great indoor plant. This plant is very versatile and can handle temperatures ranging from 20 degrees Fahrenheit to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bamboo Palm: It is a multi-trunk plant which is ideally suited for wide spaces in your house or office. It can grow to about 8 - 10 feet tall and 5 - 7 feet wide, making it an ideal plant to use as a partition or a screen in your interior designing plans. It is ideally suited for indoor use, as the plant thrives in shade conditions. Scientific name 'Chamaedorea seifrizii', the bamboo palm needs a little looking after, as it might get infested with pests like spider mites because of its dense leafy characteristics. It is one of the most sought after palm tree because of its dense green appearance.

Most indoor palm trees are easy to care for and beautiful to look at, they also help oxygenate the area giving it a fresh feel. Take care of your palms by watering them regularly and doing some trimming from time to time.