SPECIMEN NO. #44 🟢 PET SAFE Family: Arecaceae

Chamaedorea elegans

Common Name: Parlor Palm

Chamaedorea elegans (Parlor Palm) botanical field specimen photograph

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
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