Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
klingkangensis
ID:
263245

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Dransf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39: 15 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262577

Common Names

  • Areca klingkangensis
  • Klingkang Areca Palm
  • Klingkang Betel Nut Palm

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Description

Areca klingkangensis (also called 'Klingkang Areca Palm', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Arecaceae. It is a medium-sized palm, reaching up to 15 meters in height. It is native to Borneo, Sumatra, and the Malay Peninsula, and is found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests.

Uses & Benefits

Areca klingkangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock. The fruits are edible and have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Areca klingkangensis is small and yellow. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Areca klingkangensis can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination should occur within 2-3 weeks. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Areca klingkangensis

Areca klingkangensis is native to the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. It can be found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests.

Areca klingkangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Areca klingkangensis?

Areca klingkangensis

What is the common name of Areca klingkangensis?

Klingkang Areca Palm

What is the natural habitat of Areca klingkangensis?

Tropical rainforest

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-14573: Based on the initial data import
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.