Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aethiopum
ID:
350971

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 3: 221 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000350303

Common Names

  • Aethiopum Borassus
  • Aethiopum Borassus Palm
  • Aethiopum Borassus African Fan Palm

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Description

Borassus aethiopum (also called African Fan Palm, among many other common names) is a species of fan palm native to Africa. It has a single trunk with a length of up to 20 m and a diameter of up to 40 cm. It is found in dry savannas, woodlands, and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Borassus aethiopum is used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It can be used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Borassus aethiopum has small, greenish-yellow flowers. Seed: The seed of Borassus aethiopum is a small, black, shiny seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Borassus aethiopum are small and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Borassus aethiopum is a tufted perennial sedge with a rhizomatous root system. It prefers moist to wet soils, and can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. It can be planted in full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Borassus aethiopum

Borassus aethiopum is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry savannas and woodlands.

Borassus aethiopum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Borassus aethiopum?

Borassus aethiopum

What is the family of Borassus aethiopum?

Arecaceae

Where is Borassus aethiopum found?

Africa

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,

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