Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triandra
ID:
264020

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb. ex Buch.-Ham.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Mem. Wern. Nat. Hist. Soc. 5: 310 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263352

Common Names

  • Areca triandra
  • Triandra Areca
  • Areca triandra var. triandra

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Description

Areca triandra (also called the three-stamen areca palm, among many other common names) is a slender, single-stemmed palm tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It has a thin trunk and long, narrow leaves. It has three stamens and is easily identified by its distinctive flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is found in humid forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Areca triandra is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Areca triandra has small yellow flowers with a single pistil and six stamens. The seed is small and round, about 1/4 inch in diameter. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Areca triandra can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. For division, the plant should be dug up and divided into smaller sections, which can then be replanted. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Areca triandra

Areca triandra is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Areca triandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Areca triandra?

Areca triandra

What is the common name of Areca triandra?

Triandra Areca Palm

What is the natural habitat of Areca triandra?

It is native to Southeast Asia and the western Pacific Islands, including New Guinea, Indonesia, and the Philippines

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-14645: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.