Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana), 170 cm tall in a 27 cm nursery pot

Close-up of the leaves of the Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana)

Lower part of the Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana) with its nursery pot

Kentia palm, 170 cm, in a white ceramic planter in a bright living room

Dimensions of the Kentia palm: 170 cm tall, pot ø27 cm

Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana) 170 cm tall, pot ø27 cm

Howea forsterianaHeight 170 cmPot ø27 cm

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Straight from the greenhouse, fresh from the grower
Delivered safely in our own plant box
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€94,95

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Pet-friendly

Order now? Usually delivered within 4 to 5 working days

Free delivery from €99, otherwise €6,95

Pros and cons

According to our plant experts

Pro: Tolerates low light, also suitable for a hallway or office.
Pro: Not toxic to cats and dogs.
Pro: Grows slowly and keeps its shape for a long time.
Con: Grows slowly, so you mainly get height at the time of purchase.
Con: Gets brown leaf tips with wet feet or dry air.

Details

Large kentia palm of 160 to 170 cm with broad, feather-shaped fronds. Low maintenance, also for spots with less light and safe for cats and dogs.

Type: Howea forsteriana · Height: 160 to 170 cm (including nursery pot) · Pot size: ø27 cm

With its long stalks and broad, feather-shaped fronds in deep green, the kentia palm (Howea forsteriana) gives a room height and calm. This palm is 160 to 170 cm tall including nursery pot, in a ø27 cm pot. As a large houseplant it fills a corner of the living room, a hallway or a meeting room, and it suits both modern and classic interiors.

A bright spot without direct sun is ideal, but it also copes well with a spot with less light. That makes it suitable for anyone with little time or no large window. Water when the top few centimetres of potting soil are dry and avoid wet feet. According to the ASPCA, the kentia palm is not toxic to cats and dogs. Delivered in the nursery pot, you choose the decorative pot yourself.

Delivery

Shipping a two-metre plant takes more than a box and some tape. That's why we do it differently from an ordinary online shop.

How your plant arrives in one piece

Fresh from the greenhouse
Your plant does not sit in a warehouse for weeks. The grower only takes it out of the greenhouse after you order and prepares it straight away.
Packed securely
In a box made for plants. Plant and soil are secured and a protective sleeve keeps the leaves intact, so nothing shifts on the way.
Protected from heat and frost
Is it very hot or freezing outside? Then we add a cold pack or heat pack to the box, so the weather doesn't affect your plant on the way.
The right carrier for every size
Smaller plants are delivered by PostNL or DHL. The very largest plants travel upright on a pallet with a specialist carrier.
You know exactly when it arrives
As soon as your plant is on its way, you receive track & trace by email, so you can make sure someone is home and, for a large plant, someone to help carry it in.

When will your plant arrive?

4–5working days after you order

Free delivery from €99, otherwise €6,95

Something wrong after all?

If your plant arrives damaged, send us a few photos as soon as possible. We'll send you a replacement free of charge, and you don't need to return anything.

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Plant height may vary by up to 10 cm. Height includes the nursery pot. The nursery pot may differ from the one in the photo.

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Type: Plant

Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana) 170 cm tall, pot ø27 cm

€94,95 EUR

Usually delivered within 2 - 5 working days

Order today and your plant usually arrives within 4 to 5 working days.

Shipped protected

In a box made for plants, with a cold pack or heat pack in extreme weather.

Grown in Europe

Direct from specialist growers in the Netherlands, Belgium and southern Europe.

More than 300 large plants

From indoor palm to olive tree, up to 3 metres tall.

What customers say

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All about

The Kentia palm dossier

Howea forsteriana

The Kentia palm comes from Lord Howe Island, a small island off the coast of Australia. There it slowly grows into a graceful palm several meters high. Since the nineteenth century it has been the salon palm: elegant, calm and very strong.

Its soft, arching leaves immediately give any room a green, serene appearance.

Light

Water

Growth rate

Care Easy care

Pet-friendly Yes

Height 160 - 260 cm

The care year

little to plenty

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Placement and light

The Kentia is one of the few palms that also does well in a less bright spot. A spot with light to partial shade, without direct afternoon sun, is ideal; it burns the leaf. A north window or a place further from the window is also fine.

Keep the temperature above 12 degrees and avoid cold drafts. Turn the plant occasionally for a nice, full shape.

Water and feeding

Water about once a week in summer and once every ten to fourteen days in winter. The root ball is allowed to dry slightly in between; the Kentia would rather be a little too dry than too wet. Spray the leaves occasionally, especially in winter with dry heating air.

Provide palm food or general plant food once a month during the growing season.

Is something wrong with your Kentia palm?

Brown leaf tips indicate dry air or too little water. Yellow leaves usually indicate too much water or too much direct sunlight. It is normal that the bottom leaf slowly dies: this is how the palm renews itself. Spider mites can appear in dry air.

Yellow leaves Brown tips Drooping leaves Pests

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Repotting and pot choice

The Kentia grows slowly and only needs to be repotted once every three to four years. Its roots are sensitive: keep the root ball intact as much as possible and repot carefully in the spring. Choose a pot that is slightly larger and pay attention to good drainage. You can find the matching decorative pots directly on this page.

Toxic to pets?

Good news for pet owners: the Kentia palm is not poisonous to cats and dogs. A nibbling cat will at most leave a bad taste. This makes this one of the most beautiful animal-friendly plants in the house.

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Growth and size

The Kentia is a deliberately slow grower: a few new leaves per year. A large specimen is therefore many years old. Our XXL Kentias immediately give your interior that mature, serene palm feeling that you would otherwise wait ten years for.

See the complete National guide

Frequently asked questions about Howea forsteriana

The questions we're asked most about this plant. Can't find yours? Our plant experts are happy to help.

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How big does a kentia palm get?

A kentia palm grows slowly indoors, with a few new fronds per year, and after many years can reach up to 3 metres. This palm is 160 to 170 cm tall on delivery including nursery pot, in a ø27 cm pot, so you have a large plant straight away.

Can a kentia palm stand in the shade?

Yes, the kentia palm is one of the palms that copes best with low light. A spot further from the window or in a hallway works well, although it grows more slowly there. Direct sun, on the other hand, can scorch the leaves.

How often should you water a kentia palm?

Let the top few centimetres of potting soil dry out and then water thoroughly, in summer often once a week. Less in winter. Do not leave water standing in the pot, because it does not tolerate wet feet well.

Is a kentia palm toxic to cats and dogs?

No. According to the ASPCA, the kentia palm is not toxic to cats and dogs. So you can place it without worry in a home with pets.

Why does my kentia palm get brown leaf tips?

Brown tips usually come from dry air, a root ball that is too wet or water with a lot of lime. After the move a single leaf may discolour while the palm gets used to its spot. Feel free to trim off the brown tips.

How is a kentia palm of 160 to 170 cm delivered?

The kentia palm travels upright in its own plant box, with the crown in a paper sleeve and the pot secured. Large plants are delivered by our own courier, and in frost or heat a heat pack or cold pack is included. If the plant arrives damaged, send us photos and we will find a solution.

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