Why are the tips of my lady palm turning brown?

Palms that are kept too dry can develop gray foliage and burned tips. When they are actively growing, they prefer soil that is consistently moist but not waterlogged. If the growing medium is kept too wet, root rot and damage will eventually show up as browning tips on the foliage or spotting on the new growth.

How do you care for Rhapi palms?

Rhapis excelsa will grow in almost any well-drained potting soil, but prefer a soil mixture similar to a mix used for African violet care. Soil density should be firm and allow water to slowly filter through. Rhapis prefer to be slightly root-bound so repotting every couple years is normal.

Can Rhapis palms grow in full sun?

Rhapis excelsa grow in a similar fashion to some varieties of bamboo but at a much slower rate. Though they will grow in full sun they are at their best in a moist well drained soil in morning sun or light to heavy shade or even indoors.

How often should you water a Rhapis Palm?

Water. Lady palms have average water needs and are somewhat tolerant of drought once they’re established. In the spring and summer, when most of the palm’s active growth is taking place, water whenever the top inch of soil feels dry. In the fall and winter, reduce watering to whenever the top 2 inches of soil feel dry.

How to care for a Rhapis palm plant?

Keep these removed as they occur on your Rhapis Palm plant. Keep your palm’s foliage clean and initially keep an eye out for insect problems. Rhapis Palms can have problems with mealy bug, thrips, and scale. Sometimes even aphids can be a problem but a good wash down with soapy water should control these pests.

What to do about Lady Palms with Rhapis excelsa?

It is a problem that can occur with all Rhapis excelsa plants. It usually hides in the fibrous leaf bases. Contact sprays such as malathion are usually not effective. The best protection and control is to use a systemic insecticide which can be absorbed into the plant system.

What’s the best way to grow a Raphis palm?

To grow raphis palm plant starting from seeds is a simple and easy process, but takes much time for the plant to mature. They require moderate temperatures and proper care for the plant to thrive. Given below is the list of ideal growing conditions of lady palm indoors.

Can a fan palm be used as a house plant?

Rhapis excelsa is a fan palm. Although most fan palms are seldom sold as house plants and will mostly be found in large, indoor landscapes because of their size and spread, the Rhapis Palm is well suited to life in the home. It has more of an upright growth habit than many other fan palms. This elegant palm plant has a fairly tough constitution.