Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
218061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hodel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Palm J. 134: 29 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217390

Common Names

  • Iguanura speciosa
  • Speciosa Iguanura
  • Iguanura Spec

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Description

Iguanura speciosa (also called Showy Iguanura, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with white flowers and yellow fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is often found in secondary forests, disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Iguanura speciosa has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iguanura speciosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iguanura speciosa is a perennial, evergreen climber with an upright habit. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Iguanura speciosa

Iguanura speciosa is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Iguanura speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iguanura speciosa?

Iguanura speciosa

What is the family of Iguanura speciosa?

Araliaceae

What is the native range of Iguanura speciosa?

India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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-102456: Based on the initial data import
Donald R. Hodel (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hodel' in the authors string.