Costa Farms Cat Palm Live Indoor Plant — Extra Large 5–6 ft, Pet-Friendly & Low-Maintenance

The Costa Farms Extra Large Cat Palm is a 5–6 foot living palm that brings dramatic vertical scale, feathery fronds, and low-maintenance tropical style to indoor and sheltered outdoor spaces.

Designed to act as a living focal point, the XL Cat Palm (Cateracterum) arrives hand-selected from Costa Farms and ready to shape a room with broad, arching leaves and a full, bushy canopy. Use it as a corner filler, a natural privacy screen, or a statement plant to anchor minimalist and modern interiors. It ships in reinforced packaging from our Miami farm so the palm arrives hydrated and display-ready.

How much space and light does the XL Cat Palm need?

This palm reaches 5 to 6 feet tall and spreads wide with multiple fronds, so it needs floor space and clearance for its canopy to unfurl. It performs best in bright, indirect light and tolerates filtered sun; avoid prolonged direct afternoon sun that can scorch leaf tips.

• Ideal placement: near east- or north-facing windows or bright, shaded south/west windows
• Allow 2–3 feet of clearance around the pot for frond spread
• Avoid cramped shelving or low ceilings that limit canopy growth

What is the care routine for keeping this palm healthy?

Cat Palms prefer evenly moist soil and moderate humidity; water when the top inch of soil feels dry and avoid long droughts. Routine misting, grouping with other plants, or a nearby humidifier helps maintain lush new growth without extra fuss.

• Watering: check top inch, water thoroughly until excess drains, then resume when slightly dry
• Humidity: regular misting or group plants to create a shared microclimate
• Soil and pot: well-draining pot with quality indoor potting mix reduces root rot risk

Is the Costa Farms Cat Palm safe for pets and indoor living?

The Cat Palm is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safer choice for pet-friendly households compared with many larger houseplants. Its bold form also contributes to a calm, tropical ambiance without complex maintenance demands.

• Pet-friendly: non-toxic to cats and dogs
• Low-maintenance: consistent moisture and bright, indirect light are the main needs
• Multi-room use: great for living rooms, offices, entryways, and sheltered patios

How does the XL Cat Palm arrive and what should I expect on unboxing?

Each palm is hand-picked at Costa Farms’ Miami nursery and packaged in heavy-duty materials to protect the trunk and fronds during transit. When you unbox, allow the plant to acclimate to home conditions, water if soil feels dry, and position it in filtered light for the best recovery.

• Packaging: reinforced for long-stem stability and hydration
• First steps: inspect for transit damage, water if needed, and place in bright, indirect light
• Acclimation: give 1–2 weeks to adjust to indoor temperature and light levels

Who is this for? The Costa Farms Extra Large Cat Palm is ideal for anyone seeking a dramatic indoor plant that acts like living décor — interior designers, apartment and loft owners with high ceilings, small-business lobbies, and plant lovers building an indoor jungle. If you want a full-size tropical presence without daily fuss and with the reassurance of pet-safety, this XL palm brings immediate scale and a lush, year-round green accent to your space.