Status:
valid
Authors:
E.G.Gonç.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 56: 56 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806439
Common Names
- Scaphispatha robusta
- Robust Scaphispatha
- Robust Scaphispatha
Description
Scaphispatha robusta (also called Robust Scaphispatha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to India, where it is found in lowland tropical rainforest habitats. It is a small to medium-sized palm, growing up to 7 m tall with a trunk diameter of up to 7 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Scaphispatha robusta 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
Scaphispatha robusta has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scaphispatha robusta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Scaphispatha robusta
Scaphispatha robusta can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Scaphispatha robusta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scaphispatha robusta?
Scaphispatha robusta
What is the family of Scaphispatha robusta?
Arecaceae
Where is Scaphispatha robusta found?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Scaphispatha 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,