🌴 Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens)
Also known as: Butterfly Palm • Golden Cane Palm • Yellow Palm
🪴 Plant Snapshot
| Type | Tropical Foliage Plant / Indoor Air-Purifier |
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| Category | Indoor • Balcony • Living Room • Office • Air-Purifying Plant |
| Botanical Name | Dypsis lutescens |
| Toxicity | ✅ Non-toxic – Safe for pets and children |
☀️ Growing Conditions
| Light | 🌤️ Bright Indirect Light <br>☁️ Tolerates filtered sunlight |
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| Watering | 💧 Moderate – Water when the top inch of soil feels dry |
| Humidity | Prefers moderate to high humidity – mist leaves occasionally |
| Soil | Well-draining potting mix with compost or coco peat |
| Fertilizer | Liquid houseplant fertilizer once a month in growing season (spring to early autumn) |
🌱 Growth & Features
| Growth Habit | Clumping palm with feathery fronds; bushy and upright |
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| Mature Height | 4–7 feet indoors; up to 12 feet outdoors |
| Maintenance | Easy-care; remove brown or yellowing fronds to keep tidy |
✨ Uses & Benefits
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🌬️ Air-purifying – Removes pollutants like xylene, benzene, and formaldehyde
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🏡 Adds lush, tropical vibes to homes, offices, and shaded balconies
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🐾 Pet-safe – Great choice for households with cats or dogs
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🌱 Improves humidity in indoor environments
💡 Fun Tip
Wipe fronds gently with a soft cloth and rotate occasionally for even growth. Avoid overwatering! 🧽🌿
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