Caryota alberti - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell. ex H.Wendl.
Source:
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 39: 221 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047695
Common Names
- Caryota alberti
- Caryota alberti
- Caryota alberti
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caryota alberti (also called Albert's Fishtail Palm, among many other common names) is a tall palm tree that grows up to 30 meters tall. It is native to India and is found in tropical rainforests. Its leaves are fan-shaped and the trunk is covered with a thick layer of fibers.
Uses & Benefits
Caryota alberti is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caryota alberti is small and yellow in color. Its seeds are small and round in shape. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caryota alberti is a tropical palm tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division of suckers. It is also possible to propagate by air layering.
Where to Find Caryota alberti
Caryota alberti can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and France.
Caryota alberti FAQ
What is the common name of Caryota alberti?
Albert's Fishtail Palm
What is the scientific name of Albert's Fishtail Palm?
Caryota alberti
What is the native range of Caryota alberti?
India
Species in the Caryota genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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