How to tend a Dypsis lutescens

Also known as: Areca flavescens Voss, Chrysalidocarpus baronii var. littoralis Jum. & H.Perrier, Chrysalidocarpus glaucescens Waby, Dypsis lutescens (H.Wendl.) Beentje & J.Dransf.

Watering

Likes wet environments, water thoroughly when soil is dry

Sunlight

Like half shade, in winter may take 2-3h sunlight

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly in spring and autumn

Pruning

Remove dead leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Africa
Category
Palmae, Chrysalidocarpus
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 10 cm
Blooming period
Foliage plants, often flowers in May, yellow flowers
Flower colors
Leaf color tender green
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