Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ophiopellis
ID:
810313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dowe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 9: 20 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809647

Common Names

  • Caryota ophiopellis
  • Snake-skinned Caryota
  • Serpent-skinned Caryota

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Description

Caryota ophiopellis (also called 'Fishtail Palm' and 'Jaggery Palm', among many other common names) is a medium-sized palm tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a thick trunk and grows in tropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Caryota ophiopellis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Caryota ophiopellis are small, yellow-green in color, and have six petals. The seeds are small, brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryota ophiopellis is a small, evergreen palm that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Caryota ophiopellis

Caryota ophiopellis is native to Thailand and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the country.

Caryota ophiopellis FAQ

What is the maximum height of Caryota ophiopellis?

Caryota ophiopellis can grow up to 10 m tall.

What is the natural habitat of Caryota ophiopellis?

Caryota ophiopellis is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What is the lifespan of Caryota ophiopellis?

Caryota ophiopellis can live up to 30 years.

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-34787: Based on the initial data import
John Leslie Dowe (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dowe' in the authors string.