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Wild areca palm

Areca triandra

Also known as: ស្លាព្រៃ · san yao bin lang · wild areca palm · buring utan · bungua

ArecaceaeGenus: Areca
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📋 About Wild areca palm

Areca triandra, the wild areca palm, is a palm which is often used as ornamental plant. It is native to India, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Laos, Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is also reportedly naturalized in Hawaii, Panama, Sri Lanka and southern China. As a wild plant, it commonly occurs in littoral forest in Southeast Asia.

🏷️ Common Names for Wild areca palm

This plant is known by many names around the world. Whether you're searching for "ស្លាព្រៃ" or "san yao bin lang", they all refer to the same species.

ស្លាព្រៃsan yao bin langwild areca palmburing utanbunguaareca-banguaaréquier banguaAustralian areca palmpalmeira-areca-triandrapalmeira-arecaareca-triandraareca

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🔬 Plant Classification

Kingdom

Plantae

Family

Arecaceae

Genus

Areca

Species

Areca triandra

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wild areca palm?+
Areca triandra, the wild areca palm, is a palm which is often used as ornamental plant. It is native to India, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Laos, Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is also reportedly naturalized in Hawaii, Panama, Sri Lanka and southern China. As a wild …
What is the scientific name of Wild areca palm?+
The accepted scientific name of Wild areca palm is Areca triandra, belonging to the family Arecaceae.
What family does Wild areca palm belong to?+
Wild areca palm belongs to the Arecaceae family and the genus Areca. This classification is based on data from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF).
How do I care for Wild areca palm?+
Caring for Wild areca palm starts with understanding its native environment. Water when the top soil feels dry, provide appropriate light based on its natural habitat, and ensure good drainage. The Greeny Corner app provides personalised watering reminders for Wild areca palm.
Is Wild areca palm safe for pets?+
Toxicity information for Wild areca palm is not fully documented. As a precaution, keep plants out of reach of pets and children. Consult a veterinarian if your pet ingests any plant material.
What are other names for Wild areca palm?+
Wild areca palm is also known as: ស្លាព្រៃ, san yao bin lang, wild areca palm, buring utan, bungua, areca-bangua, aréquier bangua, Australian areca palm.

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