Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
1304151

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.W.Luo & F.W.Xing

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 298(2): 194 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316605

Common Names

  • Guihaia lancifolia
  • Lancifolia Palm
  • Lance-leaved Palm

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Description

Guihaia lancifolia (also called Palas palm, among many other common names) is a species of fan palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a small to medium-sized palm, growing up to 8 m tall, with a single trunk and a crown of fan-shaped leaves. It is found in rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Guihaia lancifolia is used as a source of wood for furniture and other wood products, as well as for fuel and construction materials. It is also used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guihaia lancifolia is small, white and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guihaia lancifolia is a slow-growing palm that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the clump. It prefers a well-drained, sandy soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established, but will benefit from regular watering during dry periods. Fertilize in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Guihaia lancifolia

Guihaia lancifolia is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hainan.

Guihaia lancifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guihaia lancifolia?

Guihaia lancifolia

What is the common name of Guihaia lancifolia?

Lancifolia Guihaia

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Arecaceae

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

Fu Wu Xing (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Xing' in the authors string.
Kai Wen Luo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.W.Luo' in the authors string.