Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
261649

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hodel & Dowe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 238 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260981

Common Names

  • Purple Palm
  • Piccabeen Palm
  • Bangalow Palm

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Description

Archontophoenix purpurea (also called 'Purple King Palm', among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Australia. It is a medium-sized palm with a single, thin, upright trunk. The leaves are pinnate and the flowers are white with a yellow-green center. It is found in wet, tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Archontophoenix purpurea is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Archontophoenix purpurea is a white to cream-colored inflorescence with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archontophoenix purpurea is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Australia. Propagation is usually done by seed, although some species can be propagated by division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks. Once the seedlings have developed a few sets of leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Archontophoenix purpurea

Archontophoenix purpurea is native to the rainforests of Queensland, Australia.

Archontophoenix purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archontophoenix purpurea?

Archontophoenix purpurea

What is the natural habitat of Archontophoenix purpurea?

Archontophoenix purpurea is native to Australia.

What are the blooming season of Archontophoenix purpurea?

Archontophoenix purpurea blooms in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-14416: Based on the initial data import
John Leslie Dowe (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dowe' in the authors string.
Donald R. Hodel (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hodel' in the authors string.