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Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens) growing in South Florida
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Areca Palm — South Florida Plant Guide

Dypsis lutescens

Family: Arecaceae · Palm

Usos no Paisagismo

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Tags de Estilo

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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Areca Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Requires consistent moisture — not drought tolerant. Design irrigation for 3x per week during dry season. Will show frond tip burn within 2 weeks of water stress. Do not allow to dry out.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: 8-2-12-4Mg slow-release palm special

Schedule: April and August. Palm special 8-2-12-4Mg.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
1525 ft
Largura Madura
815 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
fast
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
3/10

Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Areca Palm grow in South Florida?

Areca Palm has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Areca Palm safe for pets?

Yes, Areca Palm is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats per ASPCA.

How much water does Areca Palm need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Areca Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Areca Palm tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Areca Palm has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Areca Palm available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Areca Palm is classified as: allowed. Non-invasive non-native.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Non-invasive non-native. Widely used.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

No restrictions. Widely specified.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Not on prohibited list.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed inland. Not recommended for coastal exposure.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed with HOA approval. Salt sensitivity limits coastal use.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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