Looking like a large bushy parlour palm the Areca palm is a great choice if you need a dense tall specimen. Needing a little more care than the parlour palm but the result is a magnificent plant. It works especially well as a specimen office plant.

Site: Bright indirect light to bright shade.

Temp: Average warmth.

Water: Water well in the growing season little over winter. Misting occasionally will help the leaves to look their best.

Feeding: A liquid feed every month or so over the growing season.

Tip: If any stems begin to die remove ASAP to stop any rot infecting the healthy stems adjacent.

Health Benefits