| Common Name | Areca Palm |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Areca |
| Species | Catechu |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Blooming | Rare indoors, small white/yellowish flowers on mature trees |
| Leaf Color | Bright green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining mix of peat moss, perlite, and coarse sand
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; mist leaves to increase humidity
Bright indirect light; tolerates direct sun with acclimatization in summer
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing seasons
Remove dead or brown fronds at the base of the trunk promptly
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