Acosta Nursery

Cat Palm (also known as the Cascade or Cataract Palm) is a small, tropical palm tree native to the tropical rainforests of Mexico and Central America. Cat palm care is low-maintenance. This little palm has attractive, feathery green fronds that provide grace and elegance to your home.

Plant care

☀️ For this palm we suggest bright indirect light, although it will grow faster in bright indirect light this palm is not considered a fast-growing palm. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent frond damage, does not do well in low light.

💧 Water your Cat Palm when the top 50% of the soil is dry. Water until you see water flow freely into the saucer. Always make sure the saucer is free of any standing water. Your Cat Palm will thrive in average humidity but will appreciate added humidity through misting or using a humidifier or pebble tray.

🌡 Your Cat Palm prefers average room temperatures between 65–80 degrees. Protect your Palm from cold drafts from windows, air conditioning vents, and doors.

✨ Fertilize your Cat Palm once a month during spring and summer with a general houseplant fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength.