Phoenix roebelenii - Pygmy Date Palm bath and body Prayer Plants raise their leaves

Prayer Plants raise their leaves in the evening as if in prayer

this species needs a lot of light

this plant will do well in a shadier spot as long as you do not over-water

forested valleys and slopes in northeastern India

This will help them grow back much more bushy

Phoenix roebelenii - Pygmy Date Palm bath and body Prayer Plants raise their leavesPhoenix roebelenii (small phoenix) is a graceful, slow growing palm with elegant, arching fronds and delicate feather like leaves. A popular choice for indoor plant lovers, this compact palm adds a tropical touch to any space and is well suited to bright rooms or conservatories. Scientific Name Phoenix roebelenii (small phoenix) Common Name Dwarf Date Palm, Pygmy Date Palm Origin Native to Southeast Asia, particularly Laos and Vietnam, where it grows