Asia Palm is a term used to refer to the ARECA, BETEL and NIPA palms. The ARECA palm is a species of palm tree native to the tropical regions of Asia and the Pacific Islands. It is also known as the BETEL nut palm due to its edible nuts. The BETEL palm is a species of palm tree native to South and Southeast Asia. It is also known as the ARECA palm due to its edible nuts. The NIPA palm is a species of palm tree native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is also known as the mangrove palm due to its ability to grow in saltwater. All three species of palm are important sources of food, shelter, and other resources for people living in tropical regions.