1. Plural of areca; tropical palm trees native to Southeast Asia, or the nuts they produce.
Usage: Often refers to the areca nut (betel nut), which is chewed in many cultures.; The areca palm is also called the betel palm.

Examples

• Arecas are widely cultivated in tropical regions for their valuable nuts.
• The arecas in the botanical garden attract many visitors interested in exotic plants.
• Farmers in Southeast Asia harvest arecas to produce betel nuts for local markets.
• The leaves of arecas are sometimes used for thatching and weaving.
• Arecas thrive in warm, humid climates with plenty of rainfall.