Identifying a 20-Year-Old Indoor Palm for Propagation

A 4-foot indoor palm, 20+ years old, has dry brown crusty stem bases and hits the ceiling. Owner wants to start a new plant.

Need Identification First

Many "palms" are not true palms (e.g., Yucca, Dracaena, Beaucarnea). Care and propagation differ wildly.

Action Required

Post a clear photo showing the entire plant including pot, or email to expert. True palms (e.g., Chamaedorea, Howea) rarely propagate from cuttings; others like Dracaena root easily from stem sections.