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    RedCrocus Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens) - Live Indoor/Outdoor Butterfly Palm, Golden Cane, Clumping Tropical Houseplant with Feathery Fronds, Bright Indirect Light, Easy Care 12" Pot

    RedCrocus Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens) - Live Indoor/Outdoor Butterfly Palm, Golden Cane, Clumping Tropical Houseplant with Feathery Fronds, Bright Indirect Light, Easy Care 12" Pot

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    Palm- Areca

    Tropical, evergreen palm

    A graceful, clumping palm with soft, feathery fronds. Ideal for bright interiors and warm outdoor landscapes in frost-free climates.

    Description

    The Areca Palm is a much-loved tropical accent known for its airy, arching fronds that emerge from multiple bamboo-like canes, forming a lush, fountain-shaped clump. Often grown as a statement indoor plant, it brings movement and a calming, resort-like feel to living rooms, atriums, and offices. In warm regions, it thrives outdoors as a screening hedge or poolside specimen. While the catalog name is Palm- Areca, it’s widely recognized as the Areca Palm and commonly associated with Dypsis lutescens in horticulture.

    Tip: Indoors, provide bright, filtered light and consistent humidity to keep fronds full and tips free of browning.

    Suggested Uses

    Indoor floor specimen (bright rooms) Living walls and atriums Containers for patios and balconies Tropical poolside planting Informal screening or privacy hedge (frost-free) Office and hospitality interiors Airy backdrop for shade gardens

    Plant Details

    • Botanical Name iconBotanical NamePalm- Areca (widely associated with Dypsis lutescens in cultivation)
    • Common Name iconCommon NamePalm- Areca; also called Areca Palm, Butterfly Palm, Golden Cane Palm
    • Size and Growth iconSize & GrowthIndoors 5–8 ft (1.5–2.4 m); outdoors in tropics 12–20+ ft (3.6–6+ m). Clumping habit with multiple stems.
    • Hardiness Zones iconHardiness ZonesUSDA 10–11 (protect from frost); grow as a container plant and overwinter indoors in cooler zones.
    • Foliage Type iconFoliage TypeEvergreen, pinnate, feathery fronds with a soft, arching habit; multiple bamboo-like canes.
    • Bloom Time iconBloom TimeOccasional in ideal outdoor conditions (late spring to summer); rarely blooms indoors. Small yellowish sprays.
    • Growth Rate iconGrowth RateModerate indoors; moderate to fast in warm, humid, bright conditions outdoors.
    • Light Requirements iconLight RequirementsBright, indirect light; tolerates gentle morning sun. Avoid harsh midday sun that can scorch fronds.
    • Attracts Pollinators iconAttracts PollinatorsOutdoors, flowers can attract bees and other beneficials; indoors, flowering is uncommon.
    • Indoor Friendly iconIndoor FriendlyExcellent; a classic indoor palm for bright rooms with consistent humidity and regular watering.
    • Container Friendly iconContainer FriendlyYes; thrives in well-drained containers. Repot every 2–3 years as clumps fill the pot.
    • Deer Resistant iconDeer ResistantGenerally not preferred by deer; some browsing possible when food is scarce.
    • Pet Safety iconPet WarningNon-toxic to cats and dogs. Avoid ingestion of potting mix; remove spent berries outdoors.
    • Fragrant iconFragrantNo notable fragrance; valued for foliage rather than scent.
    • Cut Flower iconCut FlowerFronds can be cut and used as long-lasting greenery in arrangements; flowers rarely used.
    • Grows Well With iconGrows Well WithGrows Well With Philodendron, Pothos, Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum), Calathea, Bromeliads, Ferns, and Dracaena in similar light/humidity.

    Care Tips

    • Planting Instructions iconPlanting InstructionsIndoors: choose a pot with drainage; gently loosen roots and set at the same depth as the nursery pot. Outdoors (zones 10–11): plant in bright filtered light; space clumps 3–6 ft apart for a hedge. Water thoroughly after planting.
    • Soil Moisture iconSoil MoistureKeep evenly moist but never soggy. Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry between waterings. Use filtered/rainwater if possible to minimize leaf-tip browning from salts/fluoride.
    • Soil Type iconSoil TypeLoose, well-drained, organic-rich mix (e.g., high-quality potting mix with pine bark and perlite). Slightly acidic to neutral (pH ~6.1–6.8).
    • Humidity iconHumidityPrefers 50%+ relative humidity. Group plants, use a pebble tray, or run a humidifier in dry homes. Avoid dry heat and cold drafts.
    • Pruning Instructions iconPruning InstructionsRemove only completely browned or damaged fronds at the base with clean pruners. Avoid cutting green fronds; wipe dust from leaves to maximize photosynthesis.
    • Winter Care iconWinter CareKeep above 55°F (13°C), ideally 65–80°F (18–27°C). Provide the brightest possible indirect light and maintain humidity; reduce watering frequency as growth slows.
    • Planting Depth iconPlanting DepthSet the root ball so the crown sits level with the soil surface; do not bury the canes. Maintain a shallow mulch layer, keeping mulch off stems.
    • Fertilization iconFertilizationFeed spring through early fall with a balanced, slow-release palm fertilizer containing micronutrients (incl. Mg). Apply 2–3 times per growing season; flush soil quarterly to reduce salt buildup.
    • Special Care iconSpecial CareRepot every 2–3 years or when rootbound; rotate plant monthly for even growth. Monitor for spider mites and mealybugs; treat early. Avoid leaf-shine products that clog pores.
    Note: Values represent typical care and performance for Areca-type palms. Adjust to your specific environment for best results.
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