Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parens
ID:
263724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 14: 307 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263056

Common Names

  • Areca parens
  • Parent Areca
  • Parent Betel Nut Palm

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Description

Areca parens (also called Parent Areca, among many other common names) is a palm that grows to a height of 10-20 m. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has a slender trunk and its leaves are pinnate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Areca parens is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Areca parens is a small, yellowish-white, tubular shape with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Areca parens is a tropical palm that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept warm and moist until germination. Division should be done when the palm is dormant, and the divisions should be planted in moist soil or a rooting medium. Once rooted, the divisions can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Areca parens

Areca parens is native to Southeast Asia.

Areca parens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Areca parens?

Areca parens

What is the natural habitat of Areca parens?

Areca parens is found in tropical rainforests in Asia and the Pacific Islands.

What are the uses of Areca parens?

Areca parens is used in traditional medicine and as a source of timber.

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-14617: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.