Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jokowi
ID:
1304027

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heatubun

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 288(2): 175 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316481

Common Names

  • Areca jokowi
  • Jokowi Areca Palm
  • Jokowi Palm

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Description

Areca jokowi (also called Jokowi Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Indonesia. It is a large, solitary palm with a single stem and a crown of large, pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical rainforests, often in areas with poor soil.

Uses & Benefits

Areca jokowi is used for making furniture, construction, and handicrafts. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Areca jokowi are small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Areca jokowi is a species of palm tree native to Indonesia. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into larger pots and grown in full sun. It is important to keep the soil moist, but not soggy.

Where to Find Areca jokowi

Areca jokowi is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, where it can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Areca jokowi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Areca jokowi?

Areca jokowi

What is the common name of Areca jokowi?

Jokowi Palm

Where is Areca jokowi native to?

Indonesia

Species in the Areca genus

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

Charlie Danny Heatubun (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heatubun' in the authors string.