Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
humilis
ID:
840606

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1187 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839941

Common Names

  • Dwarf European Fan Palm
  • Humilis Fan Palm
  • Blue Mediterranean Fan Palm

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Description

Chamaerops humilis (also called Dwarf Chamaerops, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is a palm tree with small, white flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaerops humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaerops humilis var. argentea (Anon.) André
Chamaerops humilis var. humilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaerops humilis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaerops humilis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into clumps of 3-4 stems and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Chamaerops humilis

Chamaerops humilis is native to the Mediterranean region.

Chamaerops humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaerops humilis?

Chamaerops humilis

What is the common name of Chamaerops humilis?

Dwarf Chamaerops

What is the natural habitat of Chamaerops humilis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines

Species in the Chamaerops 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,

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