Arenga

/əˈrɛŋɡə/ noun

Definition

A genus of tropical palm trees, particularly the sugar palm, known for their sweet sap and durable fibers.

Etymology

From Malay 'arèn,' the scientific genus name applied to these palms in botanical classification.

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Arenga palms produce one of the most sustainable tree-tappings known—you can harvest their sap for decades without killing the tree, making them ideal for climate-conscious agriculture.

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