Palms
 
Areca catechu cv. 'Alba'![]()
Common Names:
White Betel NutDistribution & Habitat:
This cultivar originated in Thailand.Description:
This solitary palm has a white/yellow crownshaft and a yellow trunk, the leaves also often have a yellowish tinge.Culture:
Prefers a partially shaded position but it will also grow well in full sun. Warm sub-tropics to tropics.
Figure 1. A. catechu cv. alba
Contributed by: Luke Nancarrow (Text and Figure 1)