KENTIA

The Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana) is a majestic palm tree that thrives in tropical climates and is a popular houseplant. This palm is slow-growing but ultimately can reach 40 feet high. It has arching, erect, feather-like fronds with green leaves that stretch around 10 to 12 feet long. The fronds grow from a slender single trunk that matures from green to dark brown. Insignificant creamy white flowers form on spikes at the end of the year, and they give way to small oval fruits. This palm is best planted in the spring.