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My indoor parlour palm plant leaves are turning brown and looks like it is dying. How do I revive it?
A parlour palm turning brown is almost always a moisture issue @novicegarden, especially when it is kept in a very small pot. The soil in a tiny pot swings from being completely wet to completely dry, which is stressful for palms. Upsizing the pot by one or two sizes will make a big difference because the larger volume of soil will hold moisture more evenly and give the plant a better chance to stabilise.
Exposure can contribute as well. Parlour palms dislike harsh light, so if it is sitting in full sun or getting strong midday or afternoon sun, the leaves can scorch and turn brown. Move it to a spot with bright, indirect light where it still gets plenty of brightness but not the intense sun that burns the foliage.
Once it is repotted and in a gentler position, let it settle. Water when the top couple of centimetres of soil feel dry rather than on a rigid schedule. Giving it a dose of Seasol can help it recover and encourage new root growth, but avoid overdoing it because it is a tonic rather than a fertiliser.
If you want to go a bit further, lightly trim any completely brown and crispy fronds so the plant can focus on healthy growth. If any parts of the stems are still green, leave them for now.
Here's a helpful guide: How to grow and care for palm trees.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
