Phoenix is the genus of the Edible date palm or pigmy date palm . It has pinnately compound leaves on a straight, attractive trunk. Palms are tropical plants and grow best in a warm location, typical temperatures indoors. A few do better with a cool night period or when grown on the cool side in the winter. Although many palms are drought tolerant, uniform moisture promotes uniform growth.
Wet soil is destructive.
Since palms don't wilt, it is important to determine moisture content in the medium in the root zone. Some palms get a pale green appearance when they are in need of water. Many palms need brighter light, especially as they get older. Palms will respond to higher rates of fertilization with more rapid growth. This can present a problem if they outgrow their location too quickly.