Caryota sympetala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 6: 151 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809817
Common Names
- Caryota Sympetala
- Sympetala Caryota
- Sympetala's Caryota
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caryota sympetala (also called Caryota sympetala, among many other common names) is a small perennial palm tree with yellow flowers and a native range of India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Caryota sympetala has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caryota sympetala is yellow and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caryota sympetala is a palm native to India and Sri Lanka. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter. Propagation is best done by division of the offsets produced by the plant. It can also be propagated from seed.
Where to Find Caryota sympetala
Caryota sympetala is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in India, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Caryota sympetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caryota sympetala?
Caryota sympetala
What are the common names of Caryota sympetala?
Fishtail palm, clumping fishtail palm
What is the natural habitat of Caryota sympetala?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia
Species in the Caryota genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34803: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.