Korthalsia hispida - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispida
ID:
222094
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Malesia 2: 71 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221423
Common Names
- Korthalsia hispida
- Hispida Korthalsia
- Hispida Korthalsia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Korthalsia hispida (also called 'Hairy Korthalsia', among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. It is a small, clustering palm with a slender, solitary trunk. It grows in tropical rainforest and is found near the sea in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Korthalsia hispida is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in gardens and containers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Korthalsia hispida has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Korthalsia hispida is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. For seeds, sow them in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Korthalsia hispida
Korthalsia hispida can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Korthalsia hispida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Korthalsia hispida?
Korthalsia hispida
What type of plant is Korthalsia hispida?
Korthalsia hispida is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae.
Where is Korthalsia hispida found?
Korthalsia hispida is found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.
Species in the Korthalsia genus
Korthalsia angustifolia, Korthalsia bejaudii, Korthalsia brassii, Korthalsia celebica, Korthalsia cheb, Korthalsia concolor, Korthalsia debilis, Korthalsia echinometra, Korthalsia ferox, Korthalsia flagellaris, Korthalsia furcata, Korthalsia furtadoana, Korthalsia hispida, Korthalsia jala, Korthalsia junghuhnii, Korthalsia laciniosa, Korthalsia lanceolata, Korthalsia merrillii, Korthalsia paucijuga, Korthalsia rigida, Korthalsia robusta, Korthalsia rogersii, Korthalsia rostrata, Korthalsia scaphigeroides, Korthalsia scortechinii, Korthalsia tenuissima, Korthalsia zippelii, Korthalsia minor,
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-106385: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.