Emm's Plant House

Dypsis lutescens - Areca Palm 19cm H90cm

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Pot Size 19cm H90cm

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A graceful, clumping palm with feathery fronds that tolerates indoor conditions well. Excellent for bright rooms and airy corners.

Full Botanical Name: Dypsis lutescens
Common Names: Areca Palm, Golden Cane Palm, Butterfly Palm
Country and/or Region of Origin: Madagascar
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Tropical, humid lowlands with bright light and fast-draining soils

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates some gentle sun

Ideal Room: Large living rooms, offices, bright foyers

Feeding: Palm fertilizer every 6–8 weeks spring–summer

Humidity: Average–high

Ideal Temperature: 18–27°C (64–81°F)

Watering: Water when top 3–4 cm are dry; avoid soggy roots

Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic to cats and dogs per ASPCA. Still, any plant can cause mild GI upset if chewed; keep away from pets, reptiles/amphibians, and children.

Soil Type: Peat-free, free-draining palm mix

Propagation: Division of clumps (nursery practice)

Eventual Height and Spread: Indoors 1.5–2.5 m; clumping 1–2 m wide

Growth Rate: Moderate

Pests and Treatment: Spider mites/scale—shower fronds; treat promptly

Repotting: Every 2–3 years; likes slightly snug pot

Pruning: Remove only fully brown fronds

Air Purification: Good transpiration adds humidity

Folklore: Symbol of tropical ease and wellbeing

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