Status:
valid
Authors:
Bogner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 92: 18 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000804057
Common Names
- Carlephyton diegoense
- Diego's Carlephyton
- Diego's False Verbena
Description
Carlephyton diegoense (also called Diego's Carlephyton, among many other common names) is a small, clumping palm with long, arching leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is found in a variety of habitats, including dry forests, savannas and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Carlephyton diegoense is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carlephyton diegoense has small, white flowers with 4 petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Carlephyton diegoense is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Carlephyton diegoense
Carlephyton diegoense is native to Central America and northern South America.
Carlephyton diegoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carlephyton diegoense?
Carlephyton diegoense
What is the common name of Carlephyton diegoense?
Diego's Carlephyton
What is the natural habitat of Carlephyton diegoense?
It is found in dry, rocky areas and in disturbed habitats.
Species in the Carlephyton genus
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,