Areca palm plant

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The Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens or Chrysalidocarpus lutescens) is a tropical plant that is often used as an indoor potted plant. Here are some tips on how to care for a small Areca Palm:

Light: Areca Palm prefers bright, indirect light. It can tolerate low light but will grow best in bright, indirect sunlight.
Temperature: Areca Palm prefers warm temperatures between 60-85°F (15-32°C). It can tolerate normal room temperature but will thrive in warmer temperatures.
Watering: Areca Palm prefers to be consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry. Be careful not to over-water as this can cause root rot.
Humidity: Areca Palm prefers high humidity. Mist the leaves regularly with water or place a humidifier near the plant.
Soil: Areca Palm prefers well-draining, humus-rich soil. A mixture of peat moss, perlite or coarse sand, and leaf mold is ideal.
Fertilizer: Areca Palm benefits from a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer applied every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Pruning: Areca Palm does not require much pruning, but you can remove any yellow or brown leaves as they appear.
Repotting: Areca Palm grows slowly, so it may not need to be repotted for several years. When it does, use a slightly larger container with fresh soil.
Pest control: Areca Palm can be susceptible to pests such as spider mites or mealybugs. Keep an eye out for signs of infestation, such as discolored or distorted leaves, and treat promptly with an insecticidal soap or neem oil.

Pot Size : 8-10 Inch Black Plastic Basic Nursery Pot.
Plant Size : 6 Inch To 10 Inch plant.
Sun Need : Keep in indirect sun from direct light.
Water : Water once in a week if its winter or rainy season. In summer water thrice a week.
Fertilizer : Fertilize after each 3 month with cow dung manure or any balanced NPK fertilizer.
Repotting : This plant love to grow root bound so repot once in 2 year only.

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