Butterfly palm forms a cluster of non-branching, yellowish stems or canes with numerous fronds or leaves.
Light
Expose to medium (bright indirect) light. Avoid full sun.
Water
Allow soil surface to dry out between thorough waterings. Mist daily.
Temperature
Maintain temperatures below 80 degrees during the day and above 60 degrees at night. Avoid cold drafts.
Comments
Pot up two sizes every two to three years. Use deep pots. Fertilize lightly each month, giving slightly heavier doses during active growth. Wash dust from leaves each month by giving the plant a gentle shower. Propagate by seed or division in spring.