{"product_id":"red-areca-palm-areca-vestiaria","title":"Red Areca Palm (Areca vestiaria)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"39\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eRed Areca Palm (Areca vestiaria)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"387\"\u003eAreca vestiaria—commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eRed Areca Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e—is a rare, tropical showpiece prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"179\"\u003evibrant red to orange crownshaft\u003c\/strong\u003e and lush, feather-like fronds. It delivers an instant \u003cstrong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"258\"\u003ehigh-end resort look\u003c\/strong\u003e and stands out as a premium accent for bright, humid interiors, covered patios, and warm-climate landscapes with filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indoor spaces with humidity, atriums, offices, shaded patios, tropical landscapes, and warm-climate gardens with filtered sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"563\"\u003e🌴 Plant Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Areca vestiaria\u003cbr data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"603\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Areca Palm, Orange Crownshaft Palm\u003cbr data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"676\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical feather palm (evergreen)\u003cbr data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arching pinnate fronds with narrow leaflets; 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indoors elsewhere)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e🪴 Care \u0026amp; Maintenance Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e🌞 Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003eBest: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eBright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e indoors\u003cbr data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eOutdoors: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003ePartial shade to filtered sun\u003c\/strong\u003e (morning sun is fine)\u003cbr data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eAvoid: Harsh afternoon sun (leaf scorch) and very low light (thin growth, slower color development)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eKeep soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eevenly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e but \u003cstrong data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003enever soggy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eWater when the top 1–2 inches of soil begin to dry\u003cbr data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eTip: Consistent moisture = best growth; 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Minor cosmetic markings may occur from normal growing\/handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"3189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2971\"\u003eAcclimation Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"2974\"\u003eAllow 2–4 days after delivery before repotting. Start in bright, indirect light and increase light gradually if moving outdoors. Keep humidity moderate to high, and water only when the top of the soil begins to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3191\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003e⚠️ Safety Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3413\"\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets. Even when not considered highly toxic, chewing plant material can cause mild stomach upset. 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