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Genus: Chamaedorea Species: elegans Common Name: Parlor Palm Family: Arecaceae Order: Arecales Native: Mexico and Guatemala Habit: Tree Height: 3 to 4 feet Width: 2 to 3 feet Flowering Season: Spring to Summer Flower Color: Pale yellow Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 9-11 Note: Parlor Palm is suitable as a specimen. This tree has ornamental foliage and bamboo-like stems. Prefers partly shady, fairly dry, well-drained, regular garden soil.