Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Moore & F.Muell.) Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Malesia 1: 66 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215286
Common Names
- Howea belmoreana
- Belmore's Kentia Palm
- Belmore's Kentia Palms
Description
Howea belmoreana (also called Belmore's Kentia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen palm native to Lord Howe Island. It has small, white flowers with five petals and linear leaves. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Howea belmoreana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers, making it an attractive addition to any garden. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Howea belmoreana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Howea belmoreana is a low-growing, spreading perennial that is native to the southeastern United States. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring.
Where to Find Howea belmoreana
Howea belmoreana can be found in the Lord Howe Island, Australia.
Howea belmoreana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Howea belmoreana?
Howea belmoreana
What is the common name of Howea belmoreana?
Belmore sentry palm
What is the family of Howea belmoreana?
Arecaceae
Species in the Howea genus
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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,