Window Palm

Window palm is the accepted variety Reinhardtia gracilis var. gracilis, a small understory palm from Central America. Its divided leaves have broad leaflets separated by translucent-looking windows, and a specialist growing profile gives a mature height of about 1 m. [Kew Plants of the World Online](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77169476-1) and [Project Palm](https://projectpalm.net/species/reinhardtia-gracilis-var-gracilis) ## Landscape use Grow it as a compact container specimen or in a sheltered tropical understory planting. Its small scale and ornamental foliage make the leaf windows the main feature. ## Growing conditions Project Palm recommends humid, sheltered conditions and full to partial shade. Use a loamy, near-neutral medium that holds moisture while draining freely; keep the root zone moist rather than allowing it to dry for long periods. ## Maintenance Protect the palm from cold and drying air. Water consistently, allow excess water to drain from the pot, and remove damaged leaves without cutting healthy foliage.