Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
katipas
ID:
807095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 56: 113 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806429

Common Names

  • Rhodospatha katipas
  • Katipas' Rhodospatha
  • Katipas Rhodospatha

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Description

Rhodospatha katipas (also called Katipa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland tropical rainforest habitats. It is a small to medium-sized palm, growing up to 6 m tall with a trunk diameter of up to 6 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodospatha katipas is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhodospatha katipas is yellow with a red center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodospatha katipas can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Divisions should be taken in spring or early summer and potted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Rhodospatha katipas

Rhodospatha katipas can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Rhodospatha katipas FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodospatha katipas?

Rhodospatha katipas

What is the family of Rhodospatha katipas?

Araceae

Where is Rhodospatha katipas found?

Costa Rica

Species in the Rhodospatha genus

Rhodospatha badilloi, Rhodospatha bolivarana, Rhodospatha boliviensis, Rhodospatha brachypoda, Rhodospatha cardonae, Rhodospatha densinervia, Rhodospatha dissidens, Rhodospatha falconensis, Rhodospatha forgetii, Rhodospatha guasareensis, Rhodospatha kraenzlinii, Rhodospatha latifolia, Rhodospatha moritziana, Rhodospatha oblongata, Rhodospatha pellucida, Rhodospatha perezii, Rhodospatha robusta, Rhodospatha statutii, Rhodospatha steyermarkii, Rhodospatha venosa, Rhodospatha wendlandii, Rhodospatha monsalveae, Rhodospatha mukuntakia, Rhodospatha acosta-solisii, Rhodospatha brent-berlinii, Rhodospatha katipas, Rhodospatha piushaduka, Rhodospatha herrerae, Rhodospatha ovatifolia, Rhodospatha osaensis, Rhodospatha rubropunctata, Rhodospatha guanchensis, Rhodospatha arborescens, Rhodospatha rupicola,

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,

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