Bamboo palm plants prefers minimal sunlight. It likes filtered light, indirect or shade. If you suddenly bring a houseplant outdoors, then such drastic change can damage the plant seriously.

1. Indoor Bamboo Plant
The bamboos are evergreen perennial flowering plants in the subfamily Bambusoideae of the grass family
Poaceae. The word “bamboo” comes from the Kannada term bambu, which was introduced to English through
Indonesian and Malay. Over one billion people in the world live in bamboo houses. In this blog, we will see
tips on how to take care of an indoor bamboo plant.
Requirements of an Indoor Bamboo Plant
Minimal Sunlight Requirement
Bamboo palm plants prefers minimal sunlight. It likes filtered light, indirect or shade. If you suddenly
bring a houseplant outdoors, then such drastic change can damage the plant seriously.
Temperature Requirement
Bamboo palm plants grows well in temperatures between 65-80 degrees.
Humidity Requirement
It requires medium to high humidity.
Rich Organic Soil Requirement
The plant will grow well if the soil is rich in organics, and if it is well-drained. You may add mulch, fir
shavings, compost, etc., to sandy or clay soil to improve its quality.
Adding some pumice or large-grain sand to the soil can make it well-aerated and can promote quick drainage.
The soil should retain some water too. Use a well-drained, peat-based potting mix.
Water Requirement for indoor bamboo plant
Regular watering is essential in the initial stages, during active growth. Fully grown plants can be watered
occasionally. You may water the plant less frequently during fall and winter, but do not let the plant dry.
Soggy soil leads to root rot, just keep it moist. Water the soil only when it looks dry. You may water the
outdoor plants once a week or three times a week, if the weather is warm.
Fertilizers to be Used

2. For outdoor plants, you may use a slow-release fertilizer like 8-2-12, rich in manganese and other essential
micronutrients. You may apply it every three months during active growth (read the instructions on the label
and follow them strictly.)
Pruning
Pruning of bamboo palm plant involves cutting the brown leaf tips, and removing yellowing or dried
fronds and bare stalks. Cut off the dead or wilted leaves from the base of the stem.
Pest Control
The plant usually has no major pest or disease problems. Regular monitoring for damaged stems or leaves and
pests, such as scales or mealybugs can help avoid serious conditions. If you notice mites, especially on the
underside of leaves, add some soap to water, and wash the leaves with this soapy water.
Do not keep these plants in front of a window, to avoid exposure to bright sun. Indirect light is sufficient for
them. Excessive exposure to natural light can cause the plant’s leaves to scorch and burn.
If you are using a furnace during winter, do not forget to spray water and cover the plant with mist. Low
humidity can lead to leaf burning (starting from the tip). This way, you can prevent the leaves from turning
brown. To avoid loss of fronds, place an indoor plant in a southeast-facing window of your home.
Keep the indoor bamboo plant away from heating or cooling vents
Tap water is often high in salt content. It can damage the plant over time. So, provide the plant distilled water
or water from a reverse osmosis unit. If you cannot do this, then shift the plant outdoors occasionally,
especially during monsoon, so that the accumulated salt is flushed away. At least once in six months, water the
potted plant with large amounts of water, allowing the excess to run out the drainage holes.
When the roots come out of the drainage holes, they can suck the drainage water in a saucer that is usually kept
below the pot. This drained water can be high in salts and can damage the plant. So, fill the saucer with gravel,
and place the pot on the gravel above the drainage water, not in it.