SPECIMEN NO. #44
🟢 PET SAFE
Family: Arecaceae
Chamaedorea elegans
Common Name: Parlor Palm
Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans) is a houseplant in the Arecaceae family, native to INTRODUCED. It is a medium to low-light species that thrives between 500 and 2500 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 7 days, temperatures of 15–28°C, and about 50% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is non-toxic and considered pet-safe for cats and dogs. It is also known as Neanthe bella palm.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats?
NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:
Non-toxic. Safe for dogs and cats.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Medium to Low
Minimum Light Requirement
500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
2500 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
15°C – 28°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
50% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2734661
Native Biogeographical Range
INTRODUCED; Middle America