A small, evergreen palm, used primarily as a houseplant, although it can be grown outdoors in milder parts of the UK if protected from prolonged cold spells and frost. Long, slender stems of tropical-looking, dark green feathery foliage can reach a height of around 2m. Mature plants may produce panicles of very small yellow flowers in mid to late spring, but these are sensitive to frost. Round, orange fruits may appear in autumn if both male and female plants are present