Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
machadonis
ID:
350948

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Webbia 4: 361 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000350280

Common Names

  • Borassodendron Machadonis
  • Machadonis Borassodendron
  • Borassodendron Borassodendron

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Description

Borassodendron machadonis (also called Machado's Palmyra Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree in the family Arecaceae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka, and is found in dry forests and other dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Borassodendron machadonis is a species of shrub that is used in ornamental landscaping. It has a dense, spreading habit and is tolerant of a wide range of soils and moisture levels. It can be used as a hedge or as a specimen plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Borassodendron machadonis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single stamen and two styles. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, with a white, membranous covering. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Borassodendron machadonis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, star-shaped, white flowers. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant. It is often used as a ground cover or in containers.

Where to Find Borassodendron machadonis

Borassodendron machadonis can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil and Peru.

Borassodendron machadonis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Borassodendron machadonis?

Borassodendron machadonis

What is the common name of Borassodendron machadonis?

Machado's rattan

What type of plant is Borassodendron machadonis?

Climbing palm

Species in the Borassodendron 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

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:664868-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.