Buy areca palm or bamboo palm (syn. Dypsis lutescens) Chrysalidocarpus lutescens

Chrysalidocarpus lutescens

areca palm or bamboo palm (syn. Dypsis lutescens)

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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 Chrysalidocarpus 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.

How to care for Chrysalidocarpus 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.

Feed every 2-3 weeks with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser during the growing months to support strong foliage.

Eventual height:

Eventual spread:

Position:

Indirect light

Rate of growth:

Average

Soil:

Peat-free general-purpose compost

Hardiness:

Frost tender