Areca Palm
Chrysalidocarpus lutescens · Soft, arching fronds that bring a tropical calm to terraces, balconies and bright entrances.
- Height100–200 cm
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- CareModerate
Soft, arching fronds that bring a tropical calm to terraces, balconies and bright entrances.
- Light
- Bright indirect daylight
- Supplied height
- 100–200 cm
- Free delivery over HK$1,000
- Estimated delivery in 3–5 days after ordering
- Carried in and placed (lift buildings)
Included in this price
Nursery pot and potting soil included. Decorative planters are sold separately.
Estimated delivery: 3–5 days · Rates vary by area & order value
Delivery rates & pickup
Free delivery: Tung Chung / South Lantau HK$500+; Discovery Bay over HK$800; other areas HK$1,000+.
Date confirmed by WhatsApp. Lift access: placed indoors. Walk-ups: building entrance; stair carry extra.
Pui O nursery pickup: Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm, by appointment once your order is ready.
Send up to 5 photos of your room or garden and we'll email plants, planters and placement within one business day.
What the price includes
- The plant: one plant, 100–200 cm tall, delivered in its nursery pot with potting soil, ready to place or to repot into a planter of your choice.
- Delivery details: we message you to confirm a date; walk-up buildings are delivered to the building entrance.
- Pickup available: by appointment at our Pui O nursery, Mon–Sat 10:00–17:00.
- Care guide included: message us on WhatsApp any time after delivery.
Areca Palm
Care & specifications
What you receive
- Selected size
- High 150-180cm
- What's included
- Nursery pot and potting soil included. Decorative planters are sold separately.
Placement & care
- Placement
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- Living room · bright window
- Bedroom · bright window
- Office · bright window
More locations (4)
- Balcony · sheltered from wind and rain
- Garden containers · sheltered from wind and rain
- Terrace · sheltered from wind and rain
- Rooftop · sheltered from wind and rain
- Light needs
- Bright indirect daylight
- Conditions
- Natural daylight at the plant, with airflow; avoid dark corners and direct air-conditioning drafts.
- Shelter from strong wind and direct heavy rain while maintaining the light above.
More care notes
- Maintain even moisture without standing water; avoid cold drafts and acclimate gradual changes.
- Watering
- Maintain even moisture without standing water; avoid cold drafts and acclimate gradual changes.
- Care level
- Moderate
Full details & care guide
Areca Palm
The Areca Palm ( Chrysalidocarpus lutescens ) is a lush evergreen palm with soft, arching fronds and a tropical look. It is suitable for homes, balconies, terraces, entrances and outdoor garden spaces in Hong Kong. Each plant is supplied in a basic plastic nursery pot for easy placement.
Areca palm care guide
Visual watering steps, brown-tip checks and plant–pot size pairings, with sources.
Read the illustrated care guide ↗Key Features
- The Areca Palm ( Chrysalidocarpus lutescens ) is a lush evergreen palm with soft, arching fronds and a tropical look.
- It is suitable for homes, balconies, terraces, entrances and outdoor garden spaces in Hong Kong.
- Each plant is supplied in a basic plastic nursery pot for easy placement.
Heights refer to the supplied size, not mature growth. Contact us to confirm the current plant height and whether the pot is included in the measurement.
Specifications
- Botanical name: Chrysalidocarpus lutescens H. Wendl
- Supplied heights: 100–120 / 150–180 / 180–200 cm, according to the selected option
- Sun tolerance: Full sun to partial shade
- Preferred soil: Neutral, well-drained soil
- Foliage: Evergreen
Care Tips
- Care: Water regularly and keep the soil lightly moist, but avoid waterlogging. Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Important Notes
- Product images are for reference only. The actual plant may vary in size, shape and fullness. Plants may not flower, fruit or flush new leaves outside their active growing season. Please contact our customer service team if you have any questions.
Placement & growing references
Example photos
Not sure where it would go?
Send up to 5 photos of your room, terrace or garden and we'll email plants, planters and placement within one business day.
Send photos of your space for styling adviceFor a first suggestion we only need your photos, what you have in mind and a rough budget.
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