1 15

Dypsis lutescens (Areca Palm)

Dypsis lutescens (Areca Palm)

Size
£25.00
£25.00
Sale Sold out
Taxes included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Free Tracked Delivery Over £35

We offer a range of delivery options including Carbon Neutral delivery options via DPD:

Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2-4 Days) - £3.95 (Free Over £35)

Royal Mail Tracked 24 (1-2 Days) - £4.95

DPD Next Working Day - £6.95

DPD Saturday - £13.95

Same Day Despatch Order Before 12noon

Orders placed before 12noon Monday-Friday are shipped same day. We do not ship orders on Saturday or Sunday, or Bank Holidays in England.

100% Recyclable Delivery Packaging

Our packing materials are sourced sustainably, our boxes are from FSC certified sources and mail bags are made from recycled plastic or re-used. Our delivery packaging is recyclable as is most of the packaging our products are supplied in.

We are committed to re-using packaging where possible to reduce our carbon footprint.

  • Easy To Care For
  • Free Delivery Over £20

Meet the Dypsis lutescens (Areca Palm)

Dypsis lutescens, commonly called the Butterfly Palm or Areca Palm, is native to Madagascar. Known for its gracefully arching, lush green leaves, this palm has become a popular houseplant worldwide. Its elegant, tropical appearance and relatively easy care make it a favourite for adding height, texture, and a vibrant, natural feel to indoor spaces.

Why You'll Love It

  • Want Instant impact
  • Have a bright but indirect sunlight spot
  • Low maintenance striking plant

Growing & Care

Semi shady spot to bright indirect light. Water when the top 2 inches of soil feels dry, using room temperature water. medium to high humidity. A balanced houseplant fertiliser. Left to grow, expect a spread of Up to 1 - 1.5 m wide and a height of Up 1.8-2.5 m tall with time.

Repotting

Every 2 -3 years.

A Few Things to Watch For

  • Overwatering or sitting in soggy soil
  • Cold draughts
  • Prolonged direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves
View full details

Dypsis lutescens (Areca Palm) Care Tips

  • Care Difficulty

    Easy To Care For

  • Light Preference

    Semi shady spot to bright indirect light.

  • Temperature

  • Plant Height

  • Watering

    Water when the top 2 inches of soil feels dry, using room temperature water.

  • Humidity

    medium to high humidity.

  • Toxicity

    Pet safe — though it's still sensible to keep foliage out of pets' reach to avoid damage

  • How Does It Grow?

    Fast during spring and summer growth rate; reaching Up 1.8-2.5 m tall with time; Occasional, to manage size or old foliage.
Dypsis lutescens (Areca Palm)

The Story Behind the Dypsis lutescens (Areca Palm)

Dypsis lutescens, commonly called the Butterfly Palm or Areca Palm, is native to Madagascar. Known for its gracefully arching, lush green leaves, this palm has become a popular houseplant worldwide.

Botanical Decor - Why Not Accessorise Your Plant?

Add a Cute Plant Animal to Your Order!

1 16

Don't Miss These - Limited Time Deals!