What is another word for Family Arecaceae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli ˈaɹɪkˌe͡ɪsiː] (IPA) 
The Family Arecaceae is a group of plants commonly known as palm trees. There are various synonyms for this family, including Palmae, Coryphoideae, and Arecoideae. Palmae was the traditional name for this family, but it was later changed to Arecaceae due to phylogenetic studies that showed a closer relationship with the genus Areca. Coryphoideae is a subfamily of Arecaceae that includes the most common palms, such as the coconut palm and the date palm. Arecoideae is another subfamily that includes the clustering palms, such as the bamboo palm and the lady palm. Despite having many alternative names, Family Arecaceae remains a vital group of plants that are grown and revered around the world.
