User:KYOSOH/Dypsis lutescens

Houseplant Maintenance
Dypsis lutescens is a popular, low maintenance houseplant. If grown indoors, plant in a well drained potting soil in a pot that has adequate drainage holes. Size of the pot should be twice the size of the root ball. Repotting may be necessary every 2-3 years, and size of the pot should only increase 3-4 inches compared to the size of the old pot. Ensure plant is placed in an area with bright, indirect sunlight. It will thrive near a window where light is filtered, but will struggle if placed in the path of direct sun, which may cause scorching or yellowing of the foliage. If grown in areas with extreme temperatures, note that the plant will struggle in temperatures that drop below 60°F/15°C.

This plant prefers moist soil, but cannot tolerate soggy conditions. To prevent overwatering, check the moisture level regularly and allow soil to dry out between waterings. The plant will benefit from fertilization in the summer months when it is experiencing the most growth. Dypsis lutescens prefers medium to high humidity, if the air indoors is too dry, the foliage may exhibit browning at the tips. This can be remedied with manual misting or adding a humidifier to the room.

This plant does not require pruning. Pruning may be done based on owner preference.