Kentia palms are among the best-known and sturdiest palm species. They are slow growing and non-toxic, making them ideal houseplants. They can only be propagated via seeds, which, however, takes a very long time. What you need to consider when propagating a Kentia palm.

The Kentia palm can only be propagated from seeds

Propagating Kentia Palm by seed

In contrast to the golden fruit palm, the Kentia palm does not form any shoots on the ground. It can therefore only be grown from seed.

Since Kentia palms almost never flower in our regions, they do not develop any seeds. You have to get the seed from a garden store.

Seeds only germinate when fresh

The seeds of the Kentia palm can only germinate when fresh. The older it is, the more the probability of budding decreases. So sow the seeds immediately. The best time for sowing is early spring.

Allow seeds to swell before sowing

In order for the Kentia palm to multiply successfully, you must first place the seeds in lukewarm water for a long time to allow them to swell. You should replace the water regularly so that the water temperature remains constant.

This is how it is sown

  • Fill the seed tray with potting soil
  • sow swollen seeds
  • cover lightly with soil
  • set up very warm
  • choose a bright, non-sunny location
  • cover with plastic wrap if necessary

The germination temperature must be very high. 25 degrees is ideal. A windowsill above a radiator is an ideal location for propagating Kentia palms.

Keep the seed slightly moist but not too wet. If you covered the bowl with plastic wrap, you need to air it regularly. Otherwise the soil will mold and with it the seed.

Months pass before germination

You need a lot of patience to propagate Kentia palms. It takes months for the seed to germinate and for the first leaf tips to become visible.

When the seedlings have grown enough to show at least two pairs of leaves, repot them into individual pots and continue caring for them like adult Kentia palms.

tips

The Kentia palm is one of the non-toxic palm species. You can therefore safely pull the slow-growing palm tree, even if children and cats are around.

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