Elegant and tropical, the Christmas Palm (Adonidia merrillii) is a classic choice for bringing a bit of the tropics into your space. Known for its smooth, slender trunk and graceful, arching fronds, this palm also produces bright red fruits during the holiday season, giving it its festive name. Ideal as a stunning indoor accent or a patio centerpiece in warm climates, the Christmas Palm offers low-maintenance beauty year-round.
Why You'll Love It:
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Graceful, arching fronds create a lush, tropical look
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Smooth, self-cleaning trunk adds an elegant silhouette
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Produces festive red fruits in winter, adding seasonal charm
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Low-maintenance and easy to care for indoors or in warm outdoor spaces
Plant Care Tips:
☀️ Light: Prefers bright, indirect light or filtered sun; can tolerate some direct morning sun
💧 Water: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry; avoid overwatering
🌱 Soil: Use a well-draining palm or cactus mix
🌡 Temperature: Thrives in 65–85°F (18–29°C); protect from frost and cold drafts
🌿 Humidity: Appreciates moderate to high humidity; mist regularly if indoors
✂️ Pruning: Remove only fully brown or damaged fronds; avoid cutting green growth
🍽 Feeding: Fertilize every 6–8 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced palm fertilizer
🌸 Propagation: Propagated from seeds; not typically propagated by home growers
⚠️ Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets and humans
