Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hutchinsoniana
ID:
263148

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 14: 312 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262480

Common Names

  • Areca hutchinsoniana
  • Hutchinsoniana Areca
  • Areca

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Description

Areca hutchinsoniana (also called Hutchinson's Areca, among many other common names) is a palm native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It is typically found in tropical rainforests and other areas with moist, shady conditions.

Uses & Benefits

Areca hutchinsoniana is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and toothache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Areca hutchinsoniana has yellow flowers, small black seeds, and long, thin seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Areca hutchinsoniana is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Areca hutchinsoniana prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Areca hutchinsoniana

Areca hutchinsoniana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Areca hutchinsoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Areca hutchinsoniana?

Areca hutchinsoniana

What is the common name of Areca hutchinsoniana?

Hutchinson's Areca Palm

What is the natural habitat of Areca hutchinsoniana?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in shady and moist places

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-14564: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.