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All you need to know about the Areca palm houseplant

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The Areca palm tree also known as the golden cane palm or butterfly palm tree belongs to the family of Arecaceae. It is native to Madagascar and is widely famous for its use to create bright interiors. The scientific name given to this plant is Dypsis lutencens. It is one of the most cultivated nursery palms. This plant provides an attractive look to the landscape and also provides several health benefits. Let’s know more about this plant in detail.


Growing tips and care

Areca palm tree must be grown in a location having good drainage. Water logging can cause root rot resulting in the death of plants. If you are growing a plant indoors, use a well-draining container or pot to grow. Water the plant regularly to avoid drying out of the soil. Arecas need bright light to grow to their full potential. Therefore, it is very important to explore indoor grown palms to sunlight. The plant requires an average temperature of 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. So, avoid placing palms near the air conditioners or cold windows.


Benefits of growing Areca palm

Areca palm is an ideal tree to grow in your houses due to following reasons

  • The palm tree comes in various sizes making it ideal for any landscape situation.

  • The combination of Areca palm trees and other varieties creates a unique landscape theme.

  • The areca palm houseplant can remove all indoor toxins resulting in the purification of the surrounding air.

  • Areca palms are also privacy palms in Florida due to the protective layer created around the house.

  • The people who believe in Feng shui consider the Areca palm a lucky plant.

  • The tree requires minimum effort to maintain its beauty and greenery throughout the year.

  • The plant is able to produce more oxygen due to its more surface area of leaves.

  • The presence of areca palm indoors provides many health benefits.

Bottom Line

Areca Palm trees are becoming popular among house-owners day by day. It is one of the most useful palm trees providing beauty with health befits. If you also want to make this palm a part of your landscape or want any other information about them, JMC Landscaping company is the best to get contacted. The company provides high-quality palm trees at reasonable prices.


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