Areca catechu - Betel Nut Palm Enhance your landscape with the sleek and tropical Areca catechu, commonly known as the betel nut palm. This graceful palm is prized for its slender, elegant trunk and vibrant, upright crown, adding sophistication to gardens and public spaces alike. Features: - Mature height: Grows between 15-25 meters, with a slim, smooth trunk that provides a tall, vertical accent. - Feather-like fronds: Its arching, feathery fronds create a lush green canopy, adding a tropical feel to any setting. - Fruit-bearing: Produces clusters of bright orange or red fruits, known as betel nuts, that are culturally significant and widely used in various regions. Benefits: - Ornamental appeal: Its sleek form and attractive canopy make it ideal for lining walkways, driveways, or framing entrances. - Tropical elegance: Adds height and tropical charm to both residential and commercial landscapes. - Easy care: Thrives in full sun and can adapt to a variety of soils, requiring minimal maintenance once established. Uses: - Landscaping: Perfect for creating a dramatic vertical element in gardens, parks, hotels, or resorts. - Cultural value: In many tropical regions, the betel nut is chewed as part of traditional customs and ceremonies. - Container planting: Due to its manageable size, the betel nut palm can also be grown in large containers for patios or terraces.
