Kentia Palm Frond Damage: When to Cut and How

Managing a Damaged Kentia Palm Frond

Mireille's 8-ft Kentia has a frond damaged by someone removing leaflets. Frond is yellowing/browning.

Will It Recover?

No. Once a frond discolors progressively, it's dying. Normal for older lower fronds to die as new ones emerge.

Pruning

Cut dead frond as close to main stem (base) as possible. The sheath will eventually brown and detach.

No band-aid mixtures work. Focus on overall health: light, water, no repotting.