Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during winter months to prevent root rot.
Overwatering is a common issue for this palm.
Also known as Areca Betelpalme · Areca Palm · Bamboo Palm
Dypsis lutescens, the Yellow Butterfly Palm, is a striking indoor and outdoor palm known for its arching, feathery fronds and golden stems, adding tropical elegance.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sun which can scorch leaves.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil moist, but not soggy. Allow top inch to dry slightly.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Average to Warm
75% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Moderate Feed
50% intensity
Feed every 2-3 months during growing season with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during winter months to prevent root rot.
Overwatering is a common issue for this palm.
Remove any yellowing, brown, or dead fronds by cutting them close to the base of the plant. This promotes healthier growth and maintains the plant's aesthetic appeal.
Avoid cutting green, healthy fronds as they are essential for photosynthesis.
The easiest method is by dividing the clumps of offsets (pups) that grow around the base of the mother plant. Ensure each division has some roots attached.
Alternatively, seeds can be sown, but germination is slow and erratic.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Where Yellow Butterfly Palm (Dypsis lutescens) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Arecales |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Dypsis |
| Species | Dypsis lutescens |
Similar in genus Dypsis
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