Despite its name, the bamboo palm is not bamboo at all; it is part of the palm family
Growing tall and regal, this type of tropical palm is a fun addition to your home as a statement piece
The palms can be very challenging to identify, and the bamboo palm is extremely similar in appearance to some of it's sister palms
Be careful when shopping to do your research in order to ensure you are selecting the correct one
Overall, the bamboo palm is easy to care for, but it does need specifics in its environment to thive
Warm temperatures and above 50% humidity is preferred
Pebble trays and humidifiers are helpful with palms
A healthy bamboo palm can typically grow 4-12 ft tall and 3-5 wide
They will need to be repotted occasionally to support their growth and overall health
They are sensitive to over watering so be cautious and only water when the soil is dry about 1 inch down
Moist, well draining soil with a ph level of acidic, neutral is best for this plam
Medium to low light conditions will help this palm thrive
They tolerate bright light, but avoid direct and hot sun exposure as this can burn their leaves and dry them out too much
Feed the palm granulated fertilizer during the growing seasons of spring and summer
Occasional pruning to get rid of browned leaves will help encourage new, healthy growth