The Areca palm produces a fruit known as the areca nut, which is predominantly consumed in conjunction with betel leaf across nearly all South Asian nations, as well as in numerous Southeast Asian and Oceanic countries. This nut acts as a mild stimulant, inducing a gentle warming sensation in the body. It is available for use in both fresh and dried varieties.
VarietiesMatale singhe, Matale Chathura, Matale Raja, Rata Puwak, Hamban puwak
Growing areasDry and intermediate climatic zones