Betelnut Palm (Areca catechu)

Betelnut Palm (Areca catechu)

From Southeast Asia and the Philippines

Best Growing Conditions:

• Prefers full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. Thrives with consistent moisture
  and high humidity; benefits from wind protection when young.

Characteristics:

• Tall, slender palm that produces orange-red nuts (areca nuts) traditionally
  chewed with betel leaf in many Asian cultures.
• Time to First Harvest: 5–7 years from seed.
• Mature Height: Can grow up to 40–60 feet.

Base Factors to Consider:

• Culturally significant tree valued for traditional and ceremonial uses.
• Grows in a tidy, upright form—attractive as an ornamental as well.
• Fruits are not typically eaten fresh but processed for use.

Price for a 1-foot, ready-to-transplant seedling.

Currently on back order. Please allow up to three months. We require a 50% deposit to reserve your tree(s). 

Please note this is in the Areca palm family but not the common type of Areca palm.