Areca Palm
The Areca Palm is an elegant, air-purifying indoor plant with feathery, arching fronds. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires regular watering to keep the soil moist. Dappled Sunlight Moderate Maintenance Recommended Raised Bed Planter 20°C - 30°CSoil pH 6.3
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| Botanical Name | Dypsis lutescens |
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| Native Region | Madagascar |
| Is Toxic to pets | No |
| Growth Rate | Moderate Growth |
| Does It Flower | No |
Soil, Watering & Sunlight
| Soil ph needed: | 6.3 |
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| Soil Type needed: | Loamy Soil (A balanced mix of sand, silt, and clay, ideal for agriculture due to good drainage and nutrient retention.) |
| Sunlight needed: | Dappled Sunlight (Receives filtered sunlight through tree canopies.) |
| Ideal Temperature: | 20°C - 30°C (Warm climate; ideal for tropical and subtropical plants.) |
| Humidity Requirement: | Moderate Humidity (Balanced humidity levels (50-60%), ideal for most houseplants. Common in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Includes Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata), Money Plant (Epipremnum aureum), and Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens).) |
| Watering Frequency Low to Very Low: | Keep watering Low in: Winter (December - February) |
| Watering Frequency Medium to High: | Keep watering Medium in: Pre-Monsoon (March - June) Keep watering Medium in: Summer (April - June) |
| Air Purifying: | Yes |
Maintenance
| Maintenance | Moderate Maintenance (Needs regular watering, occasional pruning, and balanced fertilization (e.g., roses, ferns).) | ||
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| Recommended Planter | Raised Bed Planter (Deep-root space for outdoor plants, improving drainage and soil control.) | ||
| Propagation Season | July - September (Best for moisture-loving plants, soil remains hydrated for better rooting.) |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering as it may lead to root rot.