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The Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens), also known as the Butterfly Palm or Golden Cane Palm, is a popular indoor and outdoor plant known for its graceful appearance and air-purifying qualities. It is often chosen as a decorative plant for homes, offices, and public spaces due to its elegant fronds and tropical vibes.

The Areca Palm has become popular in India due to its aesthetic appeal and Vastu Shastra significance. It purifies air and symbolizes positive energy, making it ideal for homes and offices

This easy-care clumping palm can be grown outdoors or as a houseplant

Light

Outdoors, Areca palms like bright, filtered sunlight but they also tolerate full sun. Indoors, Areca palms do best with bright light exposure from a south- or west-facing window.

Soil

Outdoor Areca palms do best in rich, slightly acidic soil with very good drainage. For potted indoor plants, choose a well-draining, peat-based potting mix, ideally a potting mix specially formulated for palms.

Water

Areca palms prefer moist but well-draining soil. They don’t like their soil to dry out completely in between waterings. Check weekly with a moisture meter to see if the soil is approaching dry and water as needed.

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