Botanical name: Areca catechu. Category: Palms. Typical mature/retail size: 6–15 m. Light: Sun to partial shade when young. Water: Regular moisture; well-drained. Landscape use: Tropical gardens, grouped planting. India nursery availability: Available at many tropical and general nurseries. Do not confuse with the commonly sold indoor areca palm, Dypsis lutescens. Availability, cultivar, plant size and price vary by city, season and supplier; confirm live stock and exact botanical identity with the local nursery before ordering.