Dypsis lutescens
areca palm or bamboo palm
A graceful, attractive palm with closely growing upright stems and long arching linear leaves, that makes a handsome focal point...
with 30cm woven jute basket
£169.98
available to order from late spring
27cm pot | 1.4m tall
£149.99
available to order from late spring
with 33cm stone effect plant pot - brown
£189.98
available to order from late spring
with 35cm Verdigris metal planter
£209.98
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
A graceful, attractive palm with closely growing upright stems and long arching linear leaves, that makes a handsome focal point for any room. Still one of the most popular houseplants and it’s easy to see why as Dypsis lutescens is so versatile and easy to look after.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Bright, indirect light
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Peat-free general-purpose compost
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for Dypsis lutescens:
Water regularly through the growing season with soft water or rain water but let the surface of the soil dry out slightly before rewatering. Reduce watering through the winter months. These plants need humidity so mist the leaves regularly, or stand on a tray of damp pebbles. Although they like a warm atmosphere don't place it near a radiator or heat source, and choose a brightly lit spot but not in direct sun.
Which house plant where?
Which house plants you choose should depend on the environment you intend to keep them in, the space available, how much time you can spend preening them as well as your personal preference. For me, foliage house plants are the ticket, because they provid
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