Artificial Potted Areca Palm Tree 120cm
Break up a long blank wall with feathery upright fronds, and keep it looking full in low light.
- UVOutdoor UV suitability is recorded for this product.
- RealTex foliageLayered colour, texture and leaf detail designed for a more lifelike finish.
- No plant-care routineNo watering, humidity or sunlight management required.
Why this product works
Product details & specifications
An empty corner reads as unfinished. A 120cm Areca Palm fills it with height and soft, feathery movement, and holds that look in a windowless office, a north-facing lounge room, or a hotel room nobody remembers to water.
This is the compact, multi-stemmed form of the Areca palm (Dypsis lutescens), built in LDPE with integrated RealTex foliage. Fronds carry real colour variation rather than one flat green, arching from a dense base so the palm reads as full from floor level rather than a bare stem with a tuft on top.
Fills the corner without taking it over. At 120cm tall and 75cm across, it holds a corner beside a sofa or reception desk without crowding it.
Holds up to a close look. RealTex builds colour gradation and leaf texture into the foliage, where most artificial palms give themselves away.
Safe in a home with children or pets. SafeTex certified materials, with no heavy metals or VOCs.
Nothing to do once it arrives. No watering, no light, no repotting, no seasonal drop.
Built for indoors, and honest about it. RealTex foliage is not UV rated, so this palm belongs inside or in full shade. For a balcony, courtyard or poolside position in direct sun, choose the UVTex outdoor range instead.
Specifications
| SKU | 33360 |
| Total height (inc. pot) | 120 cm |
| Width × depth | 75 cm × 65 cm |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
| Pot dimensions | 15 cm W × 12.5 cm H. Fits most decorative planters. |
| Material | LDPE with integrated RealTex foliage |
| Indoor / outdoor | Indoor, or fully shaded outdoor |
| UV rating | Not UV rated. Not suitable for direct sun. |
| Assembly | None. Spread the fronds on arrival. |
| Safety | SafeTex certified. No heavy metals or VOCs |
| Recyclable | Yes, via the Designer Plants recycling programme |
| Warranty | 12 months |
Dimensions and weights are approximate.
Where the 120cm Areca Palm works
Living rooms and apartments. Beside a sofa, in an alcove, or breaking up a long blank wall, at a height that suits a compact floor plan.
Reception and office interiors. Low light is why live palms fail at work. This one holds its colour in a lift lobby, boardroom corner or breakout floor, with no plant-hire contract behind it.
Hotels, cafés and restaurants. Tropical character in guest rooms and dining spaces, without the humidity a live Areca needs to survive.
Setting it up
The palm arrives potted and ready to place. Spread the fronds outward from the base, letting them arc at different heights rather than fanning them evenly, which is what makes a multi-stem Areca read as real. Each stem holds its position once set. Stand the pot on the floor, or drop it inside a decorative planter.
Keeping it looking new
Dust the fronds with a dry cloth every few weeks. For a deeper clean, Eco Plant Cleaner and a microfibre cloth restore the sheen. Keeping it out of direct sun through a window protects the colour long term.
Why Designer Plants
Designer Plants supplies artificial greenery across more than 55,000 Australian installations, from single rooms to commercial fit-outs. Foliage is SafeTex certified and eligible for the Designer Plants artificial greenery recycling programme. Trade pricing is available on project quantities. For placement advice, contact the team on 1800 617 341.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the 120cm Areca Palm go outside?
Only where it never gets direct sun, such as a covered verandah. RealTex foliage is not UV rated and sustained Australian sun will fade it. For balconies, courtyards and poolside positions, the UVTex outdoor range is built for it.
Will it actually look real, or obviously artificial?
Flat single-tone colour and a thin, bare base are what give artificial palms away. RealTex carries colour gradation and texture through the frond rather than printing it on the surface, and the multi-stem build gives density from floor level up. Spreading the fronds unevenly on arrival makes the most difference.
How much space does it need?
Allow roughly 75cm of width and 65cm of depth for the fronds at full spread, and 120cm of height including the pot. It suits standard 2.4m ceilings. The pot is only 15cm wide, so most of the footprint is foliage.
Is it safe around children and pets?
Yes. SafeTex certified materials, no heavy metals or VOCs, and no pollen, sap or soil. Specified for childcare centres, schools and healthcare waiting rooms.
How does it compare to the Areca Palm Real Touch 160cm?
The Areca Palm Real Touch 160cm is 40cm taller with a tactile Real Touch finish, for higher ceilings or a position needing more scale. The 120cm is denser and more compact at the base, better in apartments, guest rooms and tighter corners. Both are indoor.
What is covered if something is wrong with it?
A 12-month warranty covers defects in materials and construction. Orders ship Australia-wide with door-to-door tracking, with timings listed here. For anything else, call 1800 617 341.
Downloads & project resources
Testing & product-specific claims
Artificial greenery vs live planting
| Consideration | Artificial greenery | Live planting |
|---|---|---|
| Ongoing care | No watering or pruning | Regular plant care required |
| Appearance on installation | Immediate decorative coverage | May require growth or establishment |
| Light for growth | No growth-light requirement | Light requirements vary by plant |
Shipping information
Free shipping threshold
Eligible Australian orders of $300.00 or more qualify for free standard shipping.
Tracked dispatch
Orders are dispatched with tracking from the appropriate Australian warehouse. The carrier is selected for the parcel size and destination.
Delivery timing
Transit time varies by destination and freight type. Available shipping options and any applicable charge are confirmed through checkout.
Large or urgent projects
For bulky orders, project freight or an urgent delivery requirement, contact the Designer Plants team before ordering.