Pinanga crassipes
Family: Arecaceae
What it is like
A small palm. It has a short thick trunk. The trunk is 6-7 cm across. The fronds have leaflets along the stalk. They have a thick leathery base which sheaths the trunk. The leaflets are slightly curved and 40 cm long by 2.5 cm wide. They are dark green above and with a bluish green bloom underneath. They have long pointed tips. The fruiting stalks are branched. The fruit are oblong and 16 mm long by 9 mm wide. Flowers and fruit can be on the palm at the same time.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Malaysia, Sarawak, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The nut is sometimes used as a betel substitute.
Edible parts
Nuts - masticatory, cabbage
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Pinang mureng