{"product_id":"kullan-kavungu","title":"Kullan Kavungu","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"34\" data-start=\"19\"\u003eAreca catechu\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as areca nut palm  or \u003cstrong data-end=\"95\" data-start=\"77\"\u003eBetel Nut Palm\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a significant crop in Kerala, especially in regions like Chavakkad. Here's a comprehensive guide to its cultivation, care, fertilizer requirements, and uses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"282\" data-start=\"264\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"282\" data-start=\"270\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"532\" data-start=\"284\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"346\" data-start=\"284\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"346\" data-start=\"286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"303\" data-start=\"286\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e , Kullan Kavungu, Kavungu,\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBetel Nut Palm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"385\" data-start=\"347\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"385\" data-start=\"349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"369\" data-start=\"349\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"385\" data-start=\"370\"\u003eAreca catechu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"421\" data-start=\"386\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"421\" data-start=\"388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"397\" data-start=\"388\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical perennial palm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"456\" data-start=\"422\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"456\" data-start=\"424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"435\" data-start=\"424\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 15–25 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"532\" data-start=\"457\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"532\" data-start=\"459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"471\" data-start=\"459\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in tropical climates with high humidity and rainfall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"559\" data-start=\"539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"559\" data-start=\"545\"\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"580\" data-start=\"561\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"580\" data-start=\"568\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"705\" data-start=\"581\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"583\"\u003eRequires \u003cstrong data-end=\"604\" data-start=\"592\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e for optimal growth and nut production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"705\" data-start=\"644\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"705\" data-start=\"646\"\u003eCan tolerate partial shade but may result in reduced yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"707\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"726\" data-start=\"714\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"843\" data-start=\"727\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"779\" data-start=\"727\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"779\" data-start=\"729\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-end=\"758\" data-start=\"737\"\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e; avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"843\" data-start=\"780\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"843\" data-start=\"782\"\u003eRegular watering is essential, especially during dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"860\" data-start=\"845\"\u003eGrows best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"908\" data-start=\"877\"\u003eloamy, slightly acidic soil\u003c\/strong\u003e (pH 5.5–6.5).\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"994\" data-start=\"861\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"994\" data-start=\"923\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"994\" data-start=\"925\"\u003eIncorporating organic matter like compost can enhance soil fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1014\" data-start=\"996\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1014\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1103\" data-start=\"1015\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1103\" data-start=\"1015\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1103\" data-start=\"1017\"\u003eMaintain a spacing of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1051\" data-start=\"1039\"\u003e7–8 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e between plants to ensure proper growth and airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"1110\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"1116\"\u003eFertilizer Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1453\" data-start=\"1145\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1226\" data-start=\"1145\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1226\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1171\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003eOrganic Fertilizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-rotted manure or compost can be applied annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1336\" data-start=\"1227\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1336\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1254\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003eChemical Fertilizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A balanced NPK fertilizer (e.g., 10:10:10) can be used during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1453\" data-start=\"1337\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1453\" data-start=\"1339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1358\" data-start=\"1339\"\u003eMicronutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure adequate levels of micronutrients like magnesium and boron for optimal nut development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1487\" data-start=\"1460\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1487\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003eUses of Areca Nut\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1508\" data-start=\"1489\"\u003e1. \u003cstrong data-end=\"1508\" data-start=\"1496\"\u003eCulinary\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1511\"\u003eThe nut is chewed with \u003cstrong data-end=\"1550\" data-start=\"1534\"\u003ebetel leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1563\" data-start=\"1555\"\u003elime\u003c\/strong\u003e in many cultures, especially in South and Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1656\" data-start=\"1623\"\u003e2. \u003cstrong data-end=\"1656\" data-start=\"1630\"\u003eCultural and Religious\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1744\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1744\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1744\" data-start=\"1659\"\u003eUsed in various rituals and ceremonies as a symbol of hospitality and auspiciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1776\" data-start=\"1746\"\u003e3. \u003cstrong data-end=\"1776\" data-start=\"1753\"\u003eEconomic Importance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1860\" data-start=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1860\" data-start=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1860\" data-start=\"1779\"\u003eA significant cash crop for farmers in Kerala, contributing to the local economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1884\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003e4. \u003cstrong data-end=\"1884\" data-start=\"1869\"\u003eBy-products\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2000\" data-start=\"1885\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1885\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1887\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1887\"\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used to make eco-friendly \u003cstrong data-end=\"1945\" data-start=\"1925\"\u003eplates and bowls\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2000\" data-start=\"1947\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2000\" data-start=\"1949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1958\" data-start=\"1949\"\u003eWood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Employed in construction and as firewood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wayanadantouch Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52615929299308,"sku":"23","price":129.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5289\/8668\/files\/akullankavungu1.png?v=1757577837","url":"https:\/\/wayanadantouchgarden.com\/products\/kullan-kavungu","provider":"Wayanadan Touch Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}