- NASA recommended air purifier.
- Best plant for partial sunlight condition.
- Low maintenance plant.
About Raphis Palm
Raphis palm is the of the most popular palms of India. It has delicate heads of fan-shaped leaves. Raphis Palm grows happily in the tropical and shady areas receiving little or no sunlight.
Raphis plam likes good air circulation and can look very decorative in staircase, in warm patios in summers, providing it receives little sun. Rhapis plam was listed as one of the best plants for removing toxins in the air by NASA.
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 30.5 inch (77 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 15.24 inch (39 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Raphis Palm, Lady Palm,Lady palm,Raphis Exelsa, Broadleaf Lady Palm, Needle leaf Palm, |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 4 meters |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting And Care
Sunlight
- Keep the plant in morning sunlight for atleast 3 to 4 hours or in bright indirect light .
- Protect the Raphis palm from direct harsh sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage.
Soil
- The soil should be well drained and fertile for growing Raphis palm.
Watering
- Water the plant when the topsoil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
- Do not overwater the plant.
- Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
- Rhapis palm are sensitive to excess boron, fluoride, and chlorine in water supplies, which will cause fast spreading black tip burn. Use the purest water available until the problem is corrected.
Application of Fertilizer
- During the main growing season (April – August) feed the Raphis palm with organic fertilizer once a month.
- Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
Pruning
- New fronds come out from the center of the trunk. Trim off lower leaves as they age and become discolored.
Re-potting
- When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.
- Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.
Plant Protection
- Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
- For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.
Raphis Palm Care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
- Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.
- Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.
- Keep the plant in indirect bright light after that move it to direct sunlight.
- Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.
Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
| Sunlight | Partial shade |
| Watering | Moderately |
| Soil | Well drained soil |
| Temperature | 16-27 degree Celsius. |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Raphis Palm Special Feature
Excellent air purifier plant.
Subharanjani –
This plant is one of the easiest to grow and requires no extra attention.
Jagdish Kharkwal –
Simply love the plant….healthy n beautiful!!….Thankyou for the free gifts!!
Tuba khan –
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Divyu –
Ashtonising
Janmenjay behera –
The plant is good.Happy with this purchase.
Nikhil giri –
I just love these pots! I got them for my mom who is super critical about anything bought online but she loves these for their sturdiness and amazing durability
Tippu –
Amazing plant 👌
Tara –
Unique style of growing….the mature plants looks great…loved it ..
Neha –
The plant arrived in an excellent and protective packing and there was hardly any damage done due to transit. It seems to be alive and on it’s arrival we actually felt positive vibes entering our home.
Thanks to Rolling Nature and shrigramorganics for this wonderful New entry to our home
Saurabh –
Nice product ….
Pot iin realy nice and plant is also good but need little extra care after delivery.
Ram Bishnoi –
Nice packaging….
Soma deb –
I am fully satisfied with the plant quality. Though they are small but alive and in good condition.
Anonymous –
Nice healthy indoor plants.
Gurdiyal –
Excellent product! Exactly as shown in the image. Lively plant
Sahil –
This Exotic Plant looks so beautiful
Sameeksha –
I brought these plant 4 months ago and now they made my garden more beautiful
yachika –
Covers the whole empty space and also make great view in my garden due to these plants
Bhavna –
Received a good healthy plant in perfect condition
Aruna –
Arrived properly packed with green leaves in good condition