Areca catechu

Betel Palm, Betel Nut Palm, Areca Palm

Message of the Flower

Steadfast Vitality

The Mother’s Comment

The vitality that is based on integral consecration.

Colour

Yellowish-green to green

Family

Arecaceae

Cultivars

without a wide range of distinct cultivars

Person who named the flower

Carl Linnaeus

Flower Size

small

Flower Texture

Smooth and waxy

Number of Petals

no distinct petals

Floral Symmetry

radial

Fragrance of Flower

mild, sweet scent

Leaf Texture

Pinnate and leathery

Leaf Arrangement

Spiral

Leaf Color

Bright Green

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Tree

Life Cycle

Perennial

Blooming Period

Year-round, with peak blooming during specific seasons in various regions.

Climate

tropical and subtropical regions.

Water Requirements

regular watering

Soil Type

Well-draining soil

Temperature Ranges

Thrives in warm and humid climates

Sun or Shade

full sun

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Susceptible to pests and diseases common to palms

Pollinators

Insects, particularly bees

Habitat

Native to Southeast Asia, but also cultivated in other tropical regions

Role in the Ecosystem

Provides habitat and food for various wildlife species

Ornamental

Planted as an ornamental tree in gardens and landscapes.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

The palm has various practical and cultural uses.

Endangered Status

Not currently considered endangered, but habitat loss is a concern in some regions.