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Areca palm

Dypsis lutescens (H.Wendl.) Beentje & J.Dransf. · Arecaceae

Safe for cats and dogs Also known as Golden cane palm, Butterfly palm, Bamboo palm

Pet safety

Safe for cats and dogs. ASPCA lists this plant as non-toxic to dogs and cats.

Source: ASPCA, matched at species level.

Care

  • LightMedium / part shade – Bright indirect
  • WaterLet the top inch dry
  • HumidityAverage household
  • Temperature13°C – 29°C
  • DifficultyModerate
  • SoilStandard potting mix
  • FertilizingMonthly, growing season

Size & habit

  • Mature height (indoor) 1.8–2.4 m
  • In the wild 6–8 m
  • Habit
    • Upright
  • Growth rateModerate

Common problems

  • Spider mites
  • Scale
  • Mealybugs

Propagation

  • Seed
  • Division

Sources