Cat Palm 3G

Cat Palm in 3-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL

Soft, tropical, and pet-friendly in name—the Cat Palm (Chamaedorea cataractarum) is a dense, clumping palm that brings lush jungle vibes to even the smallest corners of your South Florida garden or home. With fine, feathered fronds that arch gently from the base, this non-invasive palm adds graceful greenery without overwhelming your space. It thrives in filtered light and humid air, making it equally suited for shaded landscapes or as a striking indoor plant.

This 3-gallon size is perfect for beginners, container gardeners, or anyone looking to add soft texture to patios, porches, or interior green zones.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Bright, indirect light to part shade. Best with 4–6 hours of filtered sun daily. Avoid intense afternoon exposure.

• Watering: Moderate. Keep soil lightly moist, especially in pots. Don’t let it dry out completely or stay soggy.

• Soil: Prefers rich, well-draining potting mix with organic material. Avoid compacted soils.

• Fertilizer: Feed 2–3 times per year with a palm or houseplant fertilizer. Use slow-release granules or diluted liquid feed.

• Growth Habit: Clumping with multiple stems from the base and soft, arching fronds. In a 3-gallon pot, typically 2–3 feet tall. Can reach 4–6 feet in the ground or larger pots.

• Temperature: USDA Zones 9b–11. Loves humidity and warmth—protect from frost and cold drafts indoors.

• Maintenance: Very low. Trim off brown fronds occasionally. Watch for spider mites if kept indoors.

Foliage & Form Notes:
Fine-textured feather leaves grow in dense clumps. Unlike some palms, it has no trunk, so it stays low and bushy—great for filling space under taller trees or adding a soft privacy screen.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Non-toxic to pets and people (unlike many palms!), making it a safer option for households. While not used medicinally, it contributes to air purification and psychological well-being through calming greenery and humidity balance.

Ideal For:

• Indoor palm lovers

• Pet-friendly homes and patios

• Small garden beds and borders

• Shady porches or filtered-light zones

• Gardeners wanting soft, lush greenery without spines or mess

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Chamaedorea cataractarum

• Common Name: Cat Palm

• Plant Type: Clumping ornamental palm

• Family: Arecaceae

• Class: Monocot

• Growth Form: Feather-leaf evergreen perennial

  • Evergreen: Keeps leaves year-round

  • Perennial: Comes back every year with consistent growth

  • Feather-leaf: Soft, divided fronds with a fine texture

• Container Size: 3-gallon pot

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