Areca macrocalyx - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Zipp. ex Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Rumphia 2: 75 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262706
Common Names
- Areca macrocalyx
- Macrocalyx Areca
- Macrocalyx Palm
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Areca macrocalyx (also called Macrocalyx Areca, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Arecaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in lowland forests, montane forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Areca macrocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock and the fruits are edible.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Areca macrocalyx are yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Areca macrocalyx is a tropical palm native to Southeast Asia and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is a fast-growing palm and can reach its full height in as little as two years.
Where to Find Areca macrocalyx
Areca macrocalyx is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Areca macrocalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Areca macrocalyx?
Areca macrocalyx
What is the natural habitat of Areca macrocalyx?
Areca macrocalyx is found in lowland rainforests in Southeast Asia.
What is the size of Areca macrocalyx?
Areca macrocalyx can reach a height of up to 40 meters.
Species in the Areca genus
Areca abdulrahmanii, Areca ahmadii, Areca andersonii, Areca arundinacea, Areca brachypoda, Areca caliso, Areca camarinensis, Areca catechu, Areca chaiana, Areca concinna, Areca congesta, Areca costulata, Areca dayung, Areca furcata, Areca hutchinsoniana, Areca insignis, Areca ipot, Areca jugahpunya, Areca kinabaluensis, Areca klingkangensis, Areca laosensis, Areca ledermanniana, Areca macrocalyx, Areca minuta, Areca montana, Areca novohibernica, Areca oxycarpa, Areca parens, Areca rheophytica, Areca ridleyana, Areca subacaulis, Areca triandra, Areca tunku, Areca vestiaria, Areca vidaliana, Areca whitfordii, Areca mandacanii, Areca songthanhensis, Areca dransfieldii, Areca riparia, Areca mogeana, Areca bakeri, Areca churchii, Areca gurita, Areca triginticollina, Areca jokowi, Areca unipa,
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-14585: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Alexander Zippelius (1797-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zipp.' in the authors string.