The Areca Palm plant is an excellent indoor plant packed with air-purifying properties and the ability to enhance the decor of any space.
Benefits of Areca Palm
Air Purifier:
The Areca Palm plant plays a big role in purifying the air inside our homes and workplaces. Its leaves absorb pollutants in the air and release oxygen. It is a great plant to place in your bedroom.
Decor :
The Areca Palm is a statement indoor plant that instantly becomes any room's focal point. It also creates a calming and natural ambiance with its tropical vibe.
Low Maintenance:
Areca Palm plants are easy to grow. Place it in a well-ventilated, diffused sunlight area or a well-lit indoor space, and the plant will thrive. Beginners can also grow this beautiful plant.
Care Tips For Areca Palm
Watering :
Water the Areca Palm plant when the soil is completely dry. Since the plant is mostly placed indoors, it may take a few days for the soil to become completely dry. Water thoroughly
Light :
Do not keep the Areca Palm plant in direct sunlight as it will burn its leaves. Keep the plant in a medium or filtered light. The best light to fall on this plant is from the east or north-facing window.
Placement :
Place the Areca Palm in the east or north-facing place so that the morning sunlight can fall on it.
Fertilization :
Add fertilizers such as vermicompost every 2 months to balance the nutritional needs of the Areca Palm plant. Keep tilling the soil to increase aeration.
Ideal Soil Mix :
The Areca Palm plant requires well-draining soil that does not retain much water. The ideal soil mix for this plant is, Cocopeat (50%) + Garden Soil (30%) + Vermicompost (20%) .
Pruning :
Pruning the Areca Palm plant regularly will ensure that it has a bushier, healthier growth. The plant also grows faster when pruned.
Pest Control :
The Areca Palm plant is susceptible to mealy bugs, scales, mites, and thrips. However, spraying the plant with neem oil spray will be a good precautionary measure.