Betel Nut - Areca catechu

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Betel Nut

Areca catechu

Betel Nut Usage Information

In Terrariums: The fruit stalk has a very interesting structure which can create a hollow cavernous mountain type feature when placed upside down.

In Vivariums: Fruit creates a great place for soil creatures fo hide and feed on. Suitable for isopods. Flower inflorescence.

In Aquariums: Untested by us.

General Appearance: Seeds are egg shaped and about 1/2-3/4 the size. Fruit stalks have a very cool appearance and form a roughly triangular shape. suitable for landscaping terrariums and vivariums. If tested for fish safety, they would make ideal additions to species that like a lot of hiding places.

Long Term: The fruit are fairly hard and should last a few years in wet vivaria. The fruit stalks also should last a few years. Untested in aquatic situations.

Other: For decorative arts & crafts related purchases, please let us know and we can quote the price for other forms of the products. For example, sun dried, machine dried, pressed (flat), whole dried for arrangements etc. Depending on production method, prices will vary as to the needs of the order.

We have also sold fruit for wood workers as the inner seed is quite attractive and suitable for woodworking inlays. Seed is roughly 2-3cm.

Betel Nut Product Information

Product: Dried fruit

Form: Whole air dried

MOQ: 1 KG

Availability: Inquire

Supply Ability: 500 ± KG Annually

Export: Yes

Shipping: Postal Services, Air Freight, Ocean Freight

Betel Nut Product Information

Product: Fruit Stalk (Fruits removed)

Form: Whole air dried

MOQ: 1 KG (approximately 1-3 stalks)

Availability: Inquire

Supply Ability: 500 ± KG Annually

Export: Yes

Shipping: Postal Services, Air Freight, Ocean Freight

Variety Form MOQ Price Tier Quantities Packaging
Betel Nut Dried Fruit 1 kg 1kg Bulk Bags
Betel Nut Dried Fruit Stalks 1 kg 1kg Bulk Bags

PLEASE NOTE: The item(s) on this page are showcasing the dried botanical products from the described species. This includes seeds, which are to be assumed non-viable (may not germinate). Seeds are not treated in any way and thus one can safely assume viability may still be possible which, for some countries, import regulations may exist. All of Kada's Gardens Dried Botanicals are intended for use as ornamental decoration, the pet and animal industry, or for study. Nothing on this page, or any other Dried Botanical page, is intended for cultivation, human consumption or animal consumption. Some species/parts may be poisonous or cause irritation when misused. We hold no responsibility, nor liability, for misuse or improper storage conditions once shipped. Please take proper precautions according to the species and product type in question.

Take care!

Kada’s Gardens Team