| Common Name | Pygmy Date Palm |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Phoenix |
| Species | Roebelenii |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Blooming | Rarely flowers indoors, produces orange-red drupes if pollinated outdoors. |
| Leaf Color | Emerald green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-draining mix of peat, perlite, and sand; rich in organic matter.
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season; reduce watering in winter; high humidity preferred.
Bright indirect light to full sun; protect from intense midday scorching indoors.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from March to September.
Remove dead or yellowed fronds at the base only; avoid cutting green tissue.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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