gold palm in hand plaited basket
The Areca palm is a plant from Madagascar. There it's an endangered plant. In full sun the leaves turn yellow and as the flowers of this areca are also yellow it is also called the Gold palm or Golden-fruited palm.
The Areca is not a very easy houseplant, but it is very popular in our homes. Did you know that? In nature this plant grows about 10 metres tall. In your home and under the right conditions this areca can grow up to the ceiling.
dimensions & properties
color plant: green leaves and yellow gold stems
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care tips
This houseplant does not tolerate direct sunlight for long periods of time. However, the palm likes filtered light. For this reason, the areca is preferably placed in front of a north- or east-facing window or several metres away from south- and west-facing windows to keep the sun's rays out.
The Areca doesn't like to grow in rooms with very fluctuating temperatures. Water it with lukewarm water during spring and summer, preferably 2-3 times a week, and once a week during winter, but then with lukewarm and cold water. If the soil dries out completely or is always left too wet, the plant will lose its leaves.
health
The areca is one of the most commonly purchased air-purifying plants. This is because this plant is good at removing harmful substances. These substances occur in almost every home and office. That is why the areca palm is an asset.