Areca nut is one of the monocotyledonous plants classified as palms. Areca nut trees belong to the Arecaceae family in the Arecales order. This plant, which has a straight and slender trunk, has many benefits and is commonly known as a medicinal plant. The utilization of areca nut plants is not only for export to China and several South Asian countries, but in some areas of Sumatra and Kalimantan it is used for ceremonial events such as betel nut concoction for traditional ceremonies.
