Identification: Help ID a palm?

I received this plant from a friend who had it over 20 years. He said it was a palm.

I do not know what it is, and I'd really like to know.

Also, I have attached a photo of a light green sprout with knobby like growths; I'd like it to be identified as well please.
My friend said,
"Oh look! The plant is matured; it's trying to reproduce." when I asked about the sprouting knobby-things.

All photos are of the same plant.

Thank you!
~Jen

 

I have to say my first impression is neanthe bella palm. not sure why because when I look at it in depth it is way too big and rangy but hey, they tell me first impressions are almost always right so I figured I would throw itout there.

 

oh, I think it is aka parlour palm

 

FWIW, Neanthe bella Cook is synonymous with Chamaedorea elegans Mart.
See this thread also.

 

Hi
Your right, keep an eye on the little green Knoby sprouts
regards

 

"Keep an eye on the knoby sprouts" <----Why? What are they?

 

You should see minute white or yellow flowers on them :)

regards

 

Hi
after taking a second look at the new growth you might want to also check out Chamaedorea seifrizii (reed palm, bamboo palm)

regards Doug