Areca Palm (Dypsis Lutescens) is a perennial palm in the Arecaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A graceful, clump-forming palm with slender, bamboo-like yellow stems and feathery, arching fronds.

Areca Palm

Areca Palm

Dypsis Lutescens

A graceful, clump-forming palm with slender, bamboo-like yellow stems and feathery, arching fronds.

Quick Facts

Type
palm
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
10-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:screen, specimen, air purification

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Areca Palm

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Arecaceae
Genus:Dypsis