Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ahmadii
ID:
262447

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Dransf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39: 4 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261779

Common Names

  • Ahmad's Areca
  • Areca
  • Betel Palm

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Description

Areca ahmadii (also called 'Ahmad's betel nut palm', among many other common names) is a perennial palm native to India. It has long, narrow leaves and produces yellowish-white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Areca ahmadii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Areca ahmadii is a small yellowish-green flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Areca ahmadii is a small, evergreen palm that grows to a height of up to 4 m (13 ft). It has dark green, glossy leaves and small yellow flowers in spring and summer. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny position. Propagate from seed or division.

Where to Find Areca ahmadii

Areca ahmadii is native to the islands of the Philippines.

Areca ahmadii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Areca ahmadii?

Areca ahmadii

What is the common name of Areca ahmadii?

Ahmadii Areca

What is the family of Areca ahmadii?

Arecaceae

Species in the Areca genus

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-14495: Based on the initial data import
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.