Troubleshooting Areca Palm Decline: Light, Fertilizer, and Soil Mealybug Checks

Areca Palm with Wilting Mature Frond

Needs bright indirect light. Fertilize regularly (fish emulsion every 2‑3 weeks). Check soil for tiny rice‑like root mealybugs—they eat roots and cause decline. If infestation is heavy, the plant may be unsalvageable.