Areca palm for Saudi landscapes; medium water use, best in part shade / shade. Typical mature height 6-10 m.
Areca palm (Dypsis lutescens)
Description
Areca palm (Dypsis lutescens) is a structured element used for rhythm, identity, and vertical emphasis in Saudi projects.
– Sun: Part shade / Shade
– Water use: Medium (maintain consistent moisture during establishment)
– Soil: Well-drained sandy or amended soils; avoid chronic waterlogging.
– Tolerance: Heat resilient; salinity tolerance rated Low-Medium (species dependent)
– Typical mature size: 6-10 m tall (spread 3-5 m)
– Uses: Avenues, courtyards, entries, planters, or feature groupings depending on scale.
– Design note: Clumping habit suits entries, courtyards, and shaded patios.
Establishment: Protect growing points from mechanical damage, ensure stable staking for tall specimens, and avoid overspray/ponding at the trunk base.
Additional information
| Water use class | Medium |
|---|---|
| Salinity tolerance | Low-Medium |
| Sun exposure | Part shade / Shade |
| Growth form | Palm |
| Mature height (m) | 6-10 |
| Mature spread (m) | 3-5 |
| Habit | Evergreen |
| Origin | Exotic/Adapted |
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