Chamaedorea elegans 'Tiny Lizzy', a dwarf cultivar of the popular parlour palm, is known for its compact growth and delicate, feathery fronds. This slow-growing palm is perfect for small spaces, as it maintains a manageable size and remains low-maintenance, making it ideal for indoor environments. Its thin, arching leaves grow in clusters, forming a dense, bushy appearance with a bright to dark green hue as they mature. New fronds typically emerge lighter in colour, gradually deepening to a richer green.
This cultivar is particularly well-suited for low-light areas and adds a tropical vibe without the need for frequent attention. Its air-purifying qualities further enhance its appeal as a houseplant. Due to its smaller stature and preference for indirect light, it thrives in homes, and offices where space is at a premium, while still being tolerant of typical indoor conditions.
Native to
Chamaedorea elegans 'Tiny Lizzy' originates from the rainforests of Mexico and Guatemala. In the wild, it grows under the dense forest canopy, which is why it does well in low-light environments. Its natural habitat provides plenty of moisture and indirect sunlight, conditions that this cultivar can adapt to indoors.
Water
This plant prefers to be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, ensuring that the water drains well. Overwatering should be avoided as this can lead to root rot, but it’s essential to maintain a regular watering schedule to mimic its native humid environment.
Light
'Tiny Lizzy' thrives in low to medium, indirect light. Direct sunlight should be avoided as it can scorch the delicate leaves. However, it can adapt to lower light levels, making it ideal for dimmer rooms or areas away from windows.
Humidity
Moderate to high humidity is preferred, around 50-70%. It will also do well in a terrarium setting due to its compact size and humidity needs.
Temperature
This plant does best in average household temperatures, ideally between 18-24°C. It is sensitive to cold draughts and should be kept away from windows or doors where temperatures may drop below 15°C. Maintaining stable indoor conditions will ensure healthy growth.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
