Howea forsteriana | Houseplant

kentia palm

Eventual height & spread

Howea forsteriana | Houseplant

kentia palm

  • 24cm pot | 1.3m tall
  • £134.99 £149.99
  • In stock (shipped within 1-2 working days)
  • with white pot
  • £146.38 £160.38
  • shipped within 2 weeks
  • with rust glazed pot
  • £162.98 £176.98
  • In stock (shipped within 2-3 working days)
  • with terracotta pot & saucer
  • £175.98 £189.98
  • In stock (shipped within 2-3 working days)
Delivery options
  • Standard £12.99
  • Named Day £19.99
  • Position: bright but indirect light
  • Soil: good quality, general purpose potting compost
  • Rate of growth: slow
  • Hardiness: tender (indoors only)
  • Current height: approximately 120cm (+ or - 10% including the pot)
  • Pot cover: choose a 26cm pot cover to give a good fit over the pot


One of the most popular palms which if you stepped back into the Victorian times would have been seen in many a drawing room. They are still popular today as they are easy to grow, evergreen and will complement most rooms. Keep them away from direct sunlight as this can burn the leaves, and away from cold draughts.

Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.


  • Home care:
    Kentia palms thrive in bright, indirect light. Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged—always check the top of the soil before watering, and reduce watering in winter when growth slows.

    This palm enjoys humidity, so mist the leaves regularly, especially in warm rooms or during hot weather. Avoid placing it near radiators or draughts, which can cause leaf browning.

    Dust the leaves occasionally to keep them looking their best and to help with photosynthesis. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser once a month during the growing season.

    Repot only when the plant becomes root-bound, as kentia palms dislike being disturbed.
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