Majesty palm care
Ravenea rivularis needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.
This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.
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- Botanical name
- Ravenea rivularis
- Other names
- Majestic palm
- Light
- Bright light, no direct sun. Put it in your brightest window. It needs strong, indirect light for many hours.
- Soil check
- Every 3 to 6 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
- Humidity
- High humidity
- Feeding
- Feed once a month in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.
How to check the soil of Majesty palm
How does the soil feel on the surface?
Touch the soil surface. This plant must never dry out.
- Dry: the surface feels dry and light. Water the plant.
- Damp: the surface feels cool and a little moist. Do not water yet.
- Wet: the surface is soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.
Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.
Soil mix
Use a rich potting soil with some perlite. The mix must drain well.
Tips for Majesty palm
- This palm needs wet, not soggy, soil. Do not let the root ball dry out.
- Brown frond tips and old fronds are common indoors. Raise humidity and keep water steady.
- Fine webs and spots on the fronds show spider mites. Wash the fronds and raise humidity.
- Do not let the pot stand in water. Empty the saucer after you water.
Pet safety
Not toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets that chew plants.
ASPCA: Majesty Palm