Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
secundiflorum
ID:
222415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Beauv.) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 729 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221744

Common Names

  • Secondary-flowered Palm
  • Laccosperma secundiflorum
  • Secondary-flowered Laccosperma

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Synonyms

  • Ancistrophyllum secundiflorum (P.Beauv.) G.Mann & H.Wendl [unknown]

Description

Laccosperma secundiflorum (also called Palm Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Australia, and it grows in moist grasslands and in bushland. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and large, glossy, ovate leaves. It produces a long, unbranched inflorescence with many small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Laccosperma secundiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laccosperma secundiflorum is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence with a single spike. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Laccosperma secundiflorum: This species is propagated by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Laccosperma secundiflorum

Laccosperma secundiflorum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Laccosperma secundiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laccosperma secundiflorum?

Laccosperma secundiflorum

What is the common name of Laccosperma secundiflorum?

Laccosperma secundiflorum

What is the natural habitat of Laccosperma secundiflorum?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

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-106711: Based on the initial data import
Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.