Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Arecaceae

Genus:

Areca

Species:

Areca brachypoda

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

yellow, cream

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds require warmth and consistent moisture; germination is slow and erratic. Fresh seeds germinate best.

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