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Species of palm

Arenga pinnata, commonly known as the sugar palm, is a species of palm in the family Arecaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, from eastern India through Malaysia and Indonesia to the Philippines.

Description[edit]

Arenga pinnata is a medium-sized palm, growing to 20 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. The trunk is covered with black fibers and old leaf bases. The leaves are pinnate, up to 8 meters long, with numerous leaflets that are dark green above and grayish below.

The inflorescences are large and pendulous, with both male and female flowers. The fruit is a drupe, about 7 cm long, containing a single seed. The fruit is initially green, turning black when ripe.

Uses[edit]

Arenga pinnata is cultivated for its sap, which is used to produce palm sugar and arrack, a type of alcoholic beverage. The sap is collected by tapping the inflorescence, and it can be fermented to produce ethanol.

The fibers from the trunk are used for making ropes and brushes, while the leaves are used for thatching and weaving. The starch from the trunk can be extracted and used as a food source.

Cultivation[edit]

Arenga pinnata is grown in tropical regions, often in mixed agroforestry systems. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of soil types. The palm is propagated by seeds, which germinate readily.

Ecological Importance[edit]

The sugar palm plays a significant role in its native ecosystems. It provides habitat and food for various wildlife species. The flowers attract pollinators, while the fruits are consumed by birds and mammals.

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-{{Short description|Congenital heart defect}}
+{{Short description|Species of palm}}
-{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
+{{Taxobox
+| name = Arenga pinnata
+| image = Arenga_pinnata_Blanco2.419.jpg
+| image_caption = ''Arenga pinnata''
+| regnum = Plantae
+| unranked_divisio = Angiosperms
+| unranked_classis = Monocots
+| ordo = Arecales
+| familia = Arecaceae
+| genus = ''[[Arenga]]''
+| species = '''''A. pinnata'''''
+| binomial = ''Arenga pinnata''
+| binomial_authority = (Wurmb) Merr.
+}}
-==Aortopulmonary window==
+'''''Arenga pinnata''''', commonly known as the sugar palm, is a species of palm in the family [[Arecaceae]]. It is native to tropical Asia, from eastern India through [[Malaysia]] and [[Indonesia]] to the [[Philippines]].
-The '''aortopulmonary window''' is a rare congenital heart defect characterized by an abnormal communication between the [[aorta]] and the [[pulmonary artery]]. This defect allows oxygen-rich blood from the aorta to mix with oxygen-poor blood in the pulmonary artery, leading to increased blood flow to the lungs and potentially causing pulmonary hypertension and heart failure if left untreated.
-==Anatomy and Pathophysiology==
+==Description==
-The aortopulmonary window is a defect in the septum that normally separates the aorta and the pulmonary artery. This septum is part of the embryonic truncus arteriosus, which normally divides into the aorta and pulmonary artery during fetal development. Failure of this septum to form properly results in a communication between these two major vessels.
+[[File:Aren_pinna_070612_042_stgd.jpg|Arenga pinnata|thumb|left]]
+''Arenga pinnata'' is a medium-sized palm, growing to 20 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. The trunk is covered with black fibers and old leaf bases. The leaves are pinnate, up to 8 meters long, with numerous leaflets that are dark green above and grayish below.
-The size of the defect can vary, and the clinical presentation depends on the size of the window and the amount of blood shunting from the aorta to the pulmonary artery. A large defect can lead to significant left-to-right shunting, causing volume overload of the pulmonary circulation and the left side of the heart.
+The inflorescences are large and pendulous, with both male and female flowers. The fruit is a drupe, about 7 cm long, containing a single seed. The fruit is initially green, turning black when ripe.
-==Clinical Presentation==
+==Uses==
-Patients with an aortopulmonary window may present with symptoms of heart failure, such as difficulty breathing, poor feeding, and failure to thrive in infants. Older children may experience exercise intolerance and frequent respiratory infections. On physical examination, a continuous murmur may be heard due to the abnormal blood flow between the aorta and pulmonary artery.
+''Arenga pinnata'' is cultivated for its sap, which is used to produce [[palm sugar]] and [[arrack]], a type of alcoholic beverage. The sap is collected by tapping the inflorescence, and it can be fermented to produce [[ethanol]].
-==Diagnosis==
+The fibers from the trunk are used for making ropes and brushes, while the leaves are used for thatching and weaving. The starch from the trunk can be extracted and used as a food source.
-The diagnosis of an aortopulmonary window is typically made using [[echocardiography]], which can visualize the defect and assess the degree of shunting. Additional imaging studies, such as [[cardiac MRI]] or [[CT angiography]], may be used to provide further anatomical details.
-==Treatment==
+==Cultivation==
-Surgical repair is the definitive treatment for an aortopulmonary window. The procedure involves closing the defect with a patch, which separates the aorta and pulmonary artery and eliminates the abnormal shunt. Early surgical intervention is recommended to prevent the development of irreversible pulmonary vascular disease.
+''Arenga pinnata'' is grown in tropical regions, often in mixed agroforestry systems. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of soil types. The palm is propagated by seeds, which germinate readily.
-==Prognosis==
+==Ecological Importance==
-With timely surgical repair, the prognosis for patients with an aortopulmonary window is generally good. Most patients can expect normal growth and development following successful closure of the defect. However, if left untreated, the condition can lead to significant morbidity and mortality due to complications such as pulmonary hypertension and heart failure.
+The sugar palm plays a significant role in its native ecosystems. It provides habitat and food for various wildlife species. The flowers attract pollinators, while the fruits are consumed by birds and mammals.
 ==Related pages==
-* [[Congenital heart defect]]
+* [[Palm sugar]]
-* [[Patent ductus arteriosus]]
+* [[Arrack]]
-* [[Ventricular septal defect]]
+* [[Arecaceae]]
-* [[Pulmonary hypertension]]
-==Gallery==
+[[Category:Arecaceae]]
-<gallery>
+[[Category:Flora of Asia]]
-File:Aortopulmonary_window.svg|Diagram of an aortopulmonary window
+[[Category:Trees of the Philippines]]
-</gallery>
+[[Category:Trees of Indonesia]]
-[[Category:Congenital heart defects]]