Le Present
Imitation Kentia Palm Tree
CA$252.00CAD
In Stock
This artificial Kentia palm tree is a lifelike synthetic plant made of durable plastic for interior use. It requires no watering, feeding, or sunlight, making it a low-maintenance decorative accent suitable for any indoor space. The plant measures 48 inches (122 cm) tall with a 28-inch (71 cm) diameter, weighs 9 lbs, and comes with a standard plastic pot; a decorative planter is not included.
- Color
- Green
- Material
- durable plastic
- Category
- Home & Garden > Plants > Indoor & Outdoor Plants > Potted Houseplants
Color
Green
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
Lifelike artificial Kentia palm tree that requires no maintenance, made of durable plastic, and comes with a pot.
No watering, feeding, or sunlight needed; durable plastic; fits any décor; includes pot.
- Color
- Green · green
- Material
- durable plastic
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 28x28x48 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Plants > Indoor & Outdoor Plants > Potted Houseplants
Additional Attributes
- lifelike
- artificial
- no maintenance required
- durable plastic
- indoor use only
- comes with standard plastic pot
- height 48 inches
- diameter 28 inches
- weight 9 lbs
Product Insights
The Imitation Kentia Palm Tree by Le Present is a 28-inch wide artificial plant that, at $252 CAD, offers a larger canopy than the $92 Nearly Natural 48-inch palm, but its top-heavy design requires a weighted planter (adding $30–$100) for stability, and its plastic leaves feel firmer and glossier than real-touch alternatives, staying crisp without reshaping, though it lacks UV resistance and fire-retardancy certifications, demanding placement out of direct sunlight to avoid fading or brittleness and cleaning with a soft cloth to protect the finish.
Verified claims
- Stability
- The palm is top-heavy; the included pot cannot anchor it.
- Cost implication
- Required weighted planter adds $30–$100 to total cost.
- Plastic feel
- Plastic leaves feel firmer and look glossier than real-touch, but stay crisp without reshaping.
- Care
- Clean with a soft cloth and keep out of direct sunlight.
- Price comparison
- At $252 CAD, its 28-inch canopy is nearly double the width of the $92 Nearly Natural 48-inch palm.
- Planter
- Weighs 9 lbs and ships with a lightweight nursery pot; a weighted planter is needed for stability, adding $30–$100.
- UV sensitivity
- Not UV resistant; may fade or become brittle if placed in direct sunlight.
- Fire resistance
- Does not advertise NFPA 701 fire retardancy; competitor Earthflora does.
- Cleaning
- Dust with a soft dry cloth; avoid harsh chemicals to protect the finish.
- Sun exposure
- Do not place in direct sunlight; plastic may fade or become brittle.
- Flame resistance
- No advertised fire-retardancy certifications (NFPA 701 or ASTM E84).
Product record
- Title
- Imitation Kentia Palm Tree
- Brand
- Le Present
- Price
- 252 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What durable plastic means for look and feel
- Real-touch palms incorporate a latex or rubberized layer that gives leaves a soft, pliable, almost moist texture; this plant's all-plastic construction lacks that coating, yielding a stiffer, smoother hand feel that resists creasing and stays looking crisp even after repeated dusting or reshaping.
- Standard plastic foliage, like that used in this palm, typically has a higher natural gloss than the matte latex coatings found on real-touch plants, meaning the leaves will produce a more uniform, highlight-prone surface that reads most convincingly when the 48-inch silhouette is placed in softer ambient light rather than under crisp overhead spots.
- Where latex-enriched leaves can require periodic re-shaping to counteract sagging, plastic fronds hold their initial arrangement with little to no maintenance, so once you adjust the stems out of the box the palm maintains a tidy, symmetrical crown without ongoing tweaks.
How the price compares to other faux Kentia palms
- The Earthflora 4-foot Kentia palm lists at $249.90 (typically US pricing) and includes inherent fire retardancy meeting NFPA 701 standards — a safety certification that Le Present does not advertise — giving safety-conscious buyers a compelling alternative at a similar price point, though Earthflora does not specify the spread of its 4-foot model, leaving the 28-inch width of the Le Present as a clearly stated advantage for those prioritizing a full canopy.
- At 252 CAD, the current sale price closes the gap with Earthflora's 4-foot $249.90 offering, making this wide-profile tree cost-competitive with a fire-retardant alternative while delivering superior visual mass for living spaces where flame resistance is not a priority.
- At roughly a third of Le Present's regular price, the Nearly Natural 48-inch model matches the height but spans just 14 inches wide, making it a cost-conscious option for tight corners — however, its sparse silhouette lacks the statement presence of the Le Present's 28-inch spread, so the price difference directly reflects canopy fullness.
- Unlike many budget artificial palms that bundle a decorative planter — such as the VIVATREES 6FT model which includes a 15.7-inch white planter — this Le Present tree ships with only a standard nursery pot, meaning the all-in decor cost will typically add $30–$100 for a weighted planter to achieve stability, partially offsetting the sale-price appeal.
- Because the 9-lb weight and 28-inch spread create a top-heavy center of gravity that demands a weighted decorative planter for safety, the effective planted cost can push the total investment closer to the regular $315 price, making the sale most advantageous for buyers who already own a suitable heavy pot.
How to shape and style it after unboxing
- For the 48-inch-tall, 28-inch-wide palm, a floor planter roughly one-third the tree's height (about 14–16 inches tall) and at least half the frond span (around 14 inches wide) creates a grounded, proportional base that prevents the silhouette from reading as top-heavy — a natural-texture planter like stone, terracotta, or woven seagrass further softens the plastic by introducing tactile contrast.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A potted artificial kentia-style palm showing multiple slender upright stems with long, narrow pinnate leaves; plant sits in a short cylindrical dark pot with visible trunk bases at soil level.
- Overall silhouetteSingle potted palm with several upright cane-like stems rising from the pot and arching compound leaves radiating outward to form a loose triangular canopy.
- Leaf shape and arrangementLong, narrow lanceolate leaflets arranged along central rachises; some leaves arch upward and outward, others angle laterally producing layered overlapping fronds.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.34 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.44 (high) - Stem and trunk basesSeveral greenish-brown slender stems/canes emerge from a clustered trunk base with rough textured cut ends visible at soil level.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.63 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Pot shape and finishShort cylindrical pot with straight sides and a flat top rim, dark matte finish and no visible decorative marks.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.75 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - Leaf color variationLeaves show a range of green tones from medium to darker green, with some leaves appearing slightly lighter toward their upper surfaces.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a clean white background with soft shadow cast to the lower right; centered composition with even diffuse lighting.
- Background and surfaceUniform white background and floor with no visible markings or props.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow projecting slightly to the lower right of the pot, indicating top-left light source.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.84 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Shot framingPlant is centered vertically and horizontally with negative space above the canopy; entire plant and pot are fully visible within the frame.
- Image qualitySharp focus on plant and pot with even diffuse lighting and minimal visible noise.
Colors
medium green· leaf surfaces#3C641Cbrown-green· stem and trunk bases#545454dark charcoal· pot#201E1F
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- Does the included pot match the size of the tree, or is a larger decorative planter needed to prevent tipping?
- The included pot is a standard plastic nursery pot. While it works, the tree is top-heavy — we recommend placing it in a larger decorative planter with added weight (like stones or sand) to prevent tipping. Similar products note that larger trees may not stand perfectly upright in the nursery pot alone and should be anchored.
- Does the stand-alone pot have enough weight to prevent tipping if accidentally bumped?
- The tree weighs 9 lbs total, but the included plastic nursery pot is lightweight. For stability against accidental bumps, we recommend placing the tree in a larger decorative planter with a weighted base or adding sand/stones to the inner pot. Similar products advise anchoring indoor trees for safety.
- How should the artificial palm be cleaned to maintain its appearance without damaging the leaves?
- To maintain its appearance, simply wipe the leaves with a soft dry cloth to remove dust. For deeper cleaning, a slightly damp cloth can be used, but avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive scrubbing to prevent damage.
- Is the plastic UV resistant, or will it fade or crack if placed in direct sunlight through a window?
- This artificial palm is designed for indoor use only and is not UV resistant. Direct sunlight through a window may cause the plastic to fade or become brittle over time, so we recommend placing it away from intense sun exposure. Similar products from other brands also note they are not UV stable.