The parlor palm is one of the easiest palm species to grow as an indoor houseplant. Because it is so easy to look after, the parlor palm (or, neanthe bella palm) is one of the world’s most popular houseplants. This palm plant also makes it onto the list of houseplants that purify the air. Although the plant grows in shaded light, keep humidity levels high for it to thrive. Compared to other types of palms, the parlor palm tree can thrive in average indoor light and even some shade.