Status:
valid
Authors:
(Burret) W.J.Baker & Loo
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 67 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215926
Common Names
- Hydriastele sarasinorum
- Sarasinorum Ant Plant
- Sarasin's Ant Plant
Description
Hydriastele sarasinorum (also called Sarasin's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Solomon Islands. It grows in lowland tropical rainforests and is a common understory plant.
Uses & Benefits
Hydriastele sarasinorum 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 sarasinorum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydriastele sarasinorum is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can be propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray, making it an ideal choice for coastal gardens. It is also tolerant of light frost.
Where to Find Hydriastele sarasinorum
Hydriastele sarasinorum can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
Hydriastele sarasinorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydriastele sarasinorum?
Hydriastele sarasinorum
What is the common name of Hydriastele sarasinorum?
Sarasinorum Palm
What are the characteristics of Hydriastele sarasinorum?
Hydriastele sarasinorum is a small to medium-sized, single-stemmed palm with a slender trunk and a crown of up to 10 leaves.
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
Adrian H.B. Loo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loo' in the authors string.