Corypha utan - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1786
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 2: 131 (1786)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000925853
Common Names
- Corypha utan
- Utan Corypha
- Corypha Utan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Corypha utan (also called Corypha utan, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in lowland rainforests, secondary forests, and riverine forests.
Uses & Benefits
Corypha utan is used for making paper and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Corypha utan has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a panicle. The seeds are small, brown, and ovate. The seedlings are small and have narrow, lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Corypha utan is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Corypha utan
Corypha utan is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It can also be found in Myanmar, Thailand, and Cambodia.
Species in the Corypha 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-48260: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.