Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter, providing only enough to prevent the soil from becoming bone dry.

Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in cooler temperatures.

Prune only dead or dying fronds. Cut them back close to the trunk, but avoid damaging the living tissue. Do not remove green fronds as they are essential for the plant's energy production.

This palm generally requires minimal pruning and maintains a neat appearance naturally.

Propagate by seed. Fresh seeds germinate best. Sow seeds in a well-draining seed-starting mix and keep consistently moist and warm. Germination can be slow and erratic, sometimes taking several months.

Transplant seedlings into individual pots once they are large enough to handle.

Repot young plants every 1-2 years in spring, moving them to a pot only slightly larger than the previous one. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, perhaps every 3-5 years, or when root-bound.

Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend for palms or cacti.