Somatic embryogenesis is a key technique for oil palm clonal propagation. This study assessed the regenerative capacity of embryoids and monitored the growth of plantlets, classified as normal or off-type, up to fruiting in the field. Young leaf explants were cultured to induce callus, which developed into embryoids and subsequently regenerated into plantlets. Callus induction rate among virescen clones ranged from 5.91%- 19.92%, with embryoid induction rate between 6.35% and 31.94%. Regeneration rates varied, and 4.62% of plantlets exhibited off-type traits, including heights of 8-10 cm, stem diameters exceeding 4 mm, dark green pigmentation, grass-like morphology, more than five leaves, and wrinkled leaves. A total of 2,906 seedlings (2,518 normal and 388 off-type) were planted. After five to six years, all plants produced normal fruit without mantling. The findings demonstrate that virescent off-type plantlets, often discarded due to mantling concerns, can develop normal phenotypes – challenging the common culling practice. Retaining off-type plantlets may enhance seedling production efficiency.