Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
halleuxii
ID:
225164

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Dransf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 46: 62 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224494

Common Names

  • Halleux's Lemurophoenix
  • Halleux Lemurophoenix
  • Halleuxi Lemurophoenix

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Description

Lemurophoenix halleuxii (also called Halleux's fan palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm in the family Arecaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It has a large, fan-shaped leaf with a single stem, and its leaves are up to 2 m long. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lemurophoenix halleuxii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are also used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lemurophoenix halleuxii is small and green. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lemurophoenix halleuxii is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It is a small, short-lived species, growing to a height of 10-15 cm. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Lemurophoenix halleuxii

Lemurophoenix halleuxii can be found in Madagascar.

Lemurophoenix halleuxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lemurophoenix halleuxii?

Lemurophoenix halleuxii

What type of plant is Lemurophoenix halleuxii?

Palm

Where is Lemurophoenix halleuxii native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Lemurophoenix genus

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-109360: Based on the initial data import
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.