Areca Palm Plant

Areca Palm Plant

🌴 Areca Palm Plant (Dypsis lutescens)


🌱 Description

The Areca Palm is one of the most popular and elegant indoor palms, known for its lush, feathery fronds and graceful tropical look. It naturally grows in clusters, resembling a small, vibrant green fountain of leaves. Native to Madagascar, it is a low-maintenance, air-purifying plant that brings a refreshing vibe to any space.


🌼 Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Dypsis lutescens

  • Other Names: Butterfly Palm, Golden Cane Palm, Yellow Palm

  • Family: Arecaceae


💧 Care Instructions

  • Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight; avoid direct harsh rays.

  • Watering: Keep soil slightly moist — water when the top layer dries out.

  • Soil: Well-draining mix rich in organic matter.

  • Humidity: Loves humidity; mist leaves occasionally.

  • Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season (spring to summer).


🌿 Benefits

  • Excellent natural air purifier (filters xylene, toluene, and formaldehyde)

  • Increases oxygen and humidity indoors

  • Adds a tropical, relaxing aesthetic to homes and offices

  • Pet-friendly and non-toxic


🪴 Ideal For

  • Indoor decoration (living rooms, offices, hotels)

  • Balcony gardens and shaded outdoor spaces

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