Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1763
Citation Micro:
Select. Stirp. Amer. Hist. : 280 (1763)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000947985
Common Names
- Elaeis guineensis
- Guineensis
- Elaeis
Uses & Benefits
Elaeis guineensis is a species of palm tree that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elaeis guineensis is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeis guineensis is a palm that can be propagated from seeds. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Elaeis guineensis
Elaeis guineensis can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia, including India, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
Species in the Elaeis genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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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,