Areca palm care guideDypsis lutescens
Top large-format indoor palm. Ranked #10 of Europe's most-searched houseplants.
WateringWhen and how much water
Water Areca palm when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feel dry to the touch. In summer that's typically every 7 to 10 days; in winter slow down to every 14 to 21 days. Use room-temperature water and let any excess drain — never leave the pot sitting in standing water.
The real schedule depends on three things the calendar can't see: the actual light at the plant, the pot's size and material (terracotta dries faster than glazed ceramic), and your local humidity. Botanicaly's app retunes the schedule from those signals on every reminder.
LightHow bright a spot it needs
Areca palm is bright / direct light: needs several hours of direct sun. Turn the pot every week so it grows evenly. The ideal lux range is 10,000 - 50,000 lux. In practical terms, place it directly in front of a south or southwest window, or 30 cm from an east window.
Pet safetySafe with cats and dogs
Pet-safe. Areca palm is non-toxic to cats and dogs. Safe to keep in a home with pets.
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How often should I water a Areca palm?
Water your Areca palm (Dypsis lutescens) when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feel dry to the touch. In summer, that's typically every 7 to 10 days; in winter, slow down to every 14 to 21 days. Botanicaly's app tunes this further based on your home's actual light, pot size, and local weather.
How much light does a Areca palm need?
Areca palm is bright / direct light: needs several hours of direct sun. Turn the pot every week so it grows evenly. The ideal lux range is 10,000 - 50,000 lux. In practical terms, place it directly in front of a south or southwest window, or 30 cm from an east window.
Is Areca palm safe for cats and dogs?
Areca palm is non-toxic to cats and dogs. Safe to keep in a home with pets.