• Dypsis lutescens
  • Dypsis lutescens
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Dypsis lutescens

Areca Palm / Butterfly Palm / Golden Cane Palm

£49.99
£49.99
A graceful, air-purifying palm with feathery fronds and golden-green stems that bring a tropical breeze indoors.
  • Large leaves
  • Air-purifying
  • Tropical
Size
    Dypsis lutescens
    Dypsis lutescens

    • Why we like this plant

      Ideal for adding a soft, tropical feel to any interior, the Areca Palm is non-toxic to pets and helps improve indoor air quality. Its upright, bushy form makes it perfect as a floor-standing feature in bright rooms.

    • About this plant

      Dypsis lutescens, commonly known as the Areca Palm, is a popular indoor palm species renowned for its elegant arching fronds and clumping growth habit. Native to Madagascar, it features multiple slender canes that resemble bamboo and sprout finely divided, lush green leaves. Its light, airy foliage creates a calming, resort-like atmosphere, making it a favourite for bright living spaces. The Areca Palm also serves as a natural humidifier and excellent air purifier.

    • Key features

      • Feathery, arching fronds with a tropical appearance
      • Clump-forming stems with a bamboo-like look
      • Effective air-purifying and natural humidifying qualities

    • Light level

      • Bright Indirect
      • Light Filtered Light

    • Growth
      habit

      Clump-forming with multiple slender stems and arching pinnate fronds.

    • Moisture

      Keep soil evenly moist during the growing season; allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.

    • Where to place it

      • Living Room
      • Conservatory
      • Office/Study
      • Bedroom

    Care tips

    Water regularly to keep the soil lightly moist but never soggy. Allow the top 2–3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Mist occasionally to boost humidity, especially in dry environments. Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertiliser during spring and summer. Avoid cold draughts and sudden temperature changes.