Live Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens): Tropical Houseplant. Bring home a live Areca Palm, known for layers of arching, feathery fronds with a breezy tropical look. Its upright shape adds a natural focal point to living rooms, entryways, and office spaces. The foliage and overall form bring a distinctive botanical look to indoor plant displays.
Available nursery pot sizes: 4, 6, 10, 12 inches (measured across the top rim). Select your preferred size.
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Light: Bright, indirect light.
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Watering: Keep the soil lightly moist while allowing the surface to dry a little. Check the soil regularly rather than watering on a fixed schedule.
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Care: Keep in a well-draining mix with moderate humidity; avoid dry heating vents. Best indoors in bright, indirect light; outdoors in warm, sheltered weather. Ideal temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C).
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Growth & expectations: New fronds emerge from the growing crown as the plant matures. Older outer fronds may naturally yellow while the plant gradually becomes fuller. Actual growth depends on light, season, and care.
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Please note: Each plant is unique. Leaf count, size, shape, color, and fullness may naturally vary from photos. Arrives in a nursery pot unless a decorative pot is selected.