Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
kjellbergii
ID:
216572

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burret) W.J.Baker & Loo

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 65 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215901

Common Names

  • Hydriastele kjellbergii
  • Palm Lily
  • Lily Palm

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Description

Hydriastele kjellbergii (also called Kjellberg's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It is a small, shrubby palm with thick, succulent stems and glossy, pinnate leaves. It grows in tropical rainforests, often on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Hydriastele kjellbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydriastele kjellbergii is a white to pale yellow inflorescence with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a single, small leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydriastele kjellbergii is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray, and can be grown in a wide range of climates.

Where to Find Hydriastele kjellbergii

Hydriastele kjellbergii is native to the island of New Guinea.

Hydriastele kjellbergii FAQ

What is the common name of Hydriastele kjellbergii?

Kjellbergii Palm

What is the growth rate of Hydriastele kjellbergii?

Moderate

What is the light requirement of Hydriastele kjellbergii?

Bright Indirect Light

Species in the Hydriastele genus

Hydriastele aprica, Hydriastele beguinii, Hydriastele costata, Hydriastele cylindrocarpa, Hydriastele dransfieldii, Hydriastele flabellata, Hydriastele gibbsiana, Hydriastele hombronii, Hydriastele kasesa, Hydriastele kjellbergii, Hydriastele ledermanniana, Hydriastele longispatha, Hydriastele lurida, Hydriastele macrospadix, Hydriastele manusii, Hydriastele microcarpa, Hydriastele moluccana, Hydriastele montana, Hydriastele nannostachys, Hydriastele oxypetala, Hydriastele palauensis, Hydriastele pinangoides, Hydriastele procera, Hydriastele ramsayi, Hydriastele rheophytica, Hydriastele sarasinorum, Hydriastele selebica, Hydriastele variabilis, Hydriastele vitiensis, Hydriastele wendlandiana, Hydriastele boumae, Hydriastele apetiolata, Hydriastele biakensis, Hydriastele calcicola, Hydriastele divaricata, Hydriastele lanata, Hydriastele simbiakii, Hydriastele splendida, Hydriastele wosimiensis,

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-101039: Based on the initial data import
William John Baker (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Baker' in the authors string.
Adrian H.B. Loo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loo' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.