Rhapis humilis, commonly known as Slender Lady Palm, is an evergreen palm native to forested, shady areas in Southern China. It typically grows to a height of 6-20 feet (1.8-6.1 meters) and a width of 2-8 feet (0.6-2.4 meters), featuring a clumping growth habit with slender, upright stems. The palm’s fronds are divided into narrow, fan-shaped segments, giving it a delicate, bamboo-like appearance. The Slender Lady Palm does not produce showy flowers, but its aesthetic foliage makes it a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in containers, as an understory plant in shaded gardens, or as an indoor specimen where it can thrive under low light conditions.

The Slender Lady Palm is valued for its air-purifying qualities and its ability to adapt to a range of indoor environments, making it a favored choice for office spaces and homes. It prefers partial to full shade, consistent moisture without waterlogging, and well-draining soils. While generally pest-resistant, it can occasionally suffer from spider mites or scale insects when grown indoors. This palm is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease issues, but it should be protected from cold temperatures as it is not frost-tolerant.CC BY-SA 4.0