Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE Decor editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.If you've already mastered caring for beginner-friendly greenery like air plants or your faux fiddle leaf fig tree, up the ante with a gorgeous sago palm. Despite the name, sago palms are not truly of the palm family. Rather, they're a type of cycad, a native plant to Japan and China that dates all the way back to prehistoric times. While they do require a bit more care than some other household staples like philodendrons, sago palms can absolutely flourish indoors. With warm weather approaching, now is the best time to prepare for spring blooms and learn to care for your sago palm.How much light do sago palms need?Like many indoor plants, sago palms do best with indirect sunlight. Rather than placing them below the scorching sun where their leaves can become burnt, sago palms love dappled sunlight, and thrive in warm, moist environments. If your bathroom gets a good amount of daylight, this could be a good spot for them. How often should sago palms be watered?Sago palms love humidity, but that doesn't mean they need to be watered everyday. Since they're prone to root rot, they should be planted in a porous pot, like one made of terracotta, with an acidic, well-draining soil. Only water your sago palm if the soil feels dry to the touch. Otherwise, they can be gently misted from time to time to keep their leaves properly hydrated. Can you propagate sago palms?In the early spring or late fall, you may notice off-shoot "pups" around your sago palm that can be removed and re-planted for easy propagation. This is not only an easy way to get additional plants, but can also help your mother sago palm get all the nutrient it needs without competition.Should sago palms be pruned?Sago palms do not need to be pruned. If you notice completely brown leaves, you can cut them off, but otherwise sago palms can be left to their own devices. Yellowing leaves around the top of the plant could signify root rot, or overwatering.Are sago palms pet safe?Sago palms are extremely toxic to both pets and humans if ingested. Be sure to keep these plants away from your pets, and do not eat any part of the plant yourself. Because they are only unsafe if ingested, you can touch your sago palm without worry.Garden Goods Direct Sago Palm$33 at gardengoodsdirect.comThe Sill Hyde Planter$48 at The SillTatjana FreundFashion & Luxury Commerce EditorTatjana Freund is Hearst's Fashion & Luxury Commerce Editor, covering beauty, fashion and more across multiple brands. Previously, she worked at ELLE.com and Marie Claire. She's a fan of whiskey neat, podcasts that give her nightmares, and one time Zo Kravitz laughed at a joke she made.