Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
alba
ID:
813940

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.E.Moore) Pintaud & W.J.Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 67 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813274

Common Names

  • Cyphophoenix alba
  • White Phoenix Palm
  • White Feather Palm

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Description

Cyphophoenix alba (also called 'Alba Palm', among many other common names) is a species of palm tree that is native to New Caledonia. It has a slender trunk and grows up to 5 meters in height. Its leaves are pinnate and its inflorescences are branched. It is found in dry forests and in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cyphophoenix alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyphophoenix alba is a small, yellowish-green, cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyphophoenix alba is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in early summer.

Where to Find Cyphophoenix alba

Cyphophoenix alba is native to Tahiti and can be found in tropical nurseries and garden centers.

Cyphophoenix alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyphophoenix alba?

Cyphophoenix alba

What is the common name of Cyphophoenix alba?

Alba Palm

What is the natural habitat of Cyphophoenix alba?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-351395: Based on the initial data import
William John Baker (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Baker' in the authors string.
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.
Jean-Christophe Pintaud (d.2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pintaud' in the authors string.