Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend., N.K.Ban & N.Q.Dung
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 52: 145 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837506
Common Names
- Bachmaensis Palm
- Licuala Palm
- Bach Ma Palm
Description
Licuala bachmaensis (also called Bach Ma Fan Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in lowland rainforests, mangrove swamps, and other wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Licuala bachmaensis is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin problems, fever, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Licuala bachmaensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Licuala bachmaensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Pruning is not necessary.
Where to Find Licuala bachmaensis
Licuala bachmaensis can be found in Vietnam.
Licuala bachmaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Licuala bachmaensis?
Licuala bachmaensis
What is the common name of Licuala bachmaensis?
Bach Ma Licuala
What is the natural habitat of Licuala bachmaensis?
Licuala bachmaensis is native to tropical rainforests in Vietnam.
Species in the Licuala genus
Licuala acuminata,
Licuala acutifida,
Licuala ahlidurii,
Licuala angustiloba,
Licuala anomala,
Licuala aruensis,
Licuala bacularia,
Licuala bayana,
Licuala beccariana,
Licuala bellatula,
Licuala bidentata,
Licuala bintulensis,
Licuala bissula,
Licuala borneensis,
Licuala bracteata,
Licuala brevicalyx,
Licuala cabalionii,
Licuala cameronensis,
Licuala celebica,
Licuala concinna,
Licuala cordata,
Licuala corneri,
Licuala crassiflora,
Licuala debilis,
Licuala densiflora,
Licuala distans,
Licuala egregia,
Licuala elegans,
Licuala ferruginea,
Licuala ferruginoides,
Licuala flavida,
Licuala flexuosa,
Licuala fordiana,
Licuala fractiflexa,
Licuala gjellerupii,
Licuala glaberrima,
Licuala glabra,
Licuala grandiflora,
Licuala grandis,
Licuala hallieriana,
Licuala insignis,
Licuala kamarudinii,
Licuala kemamanensis,
Licuala khoonmengii,
Licuala kiahii,
Licuala kingiana,
Licuala klossii,
Licuala kunstleri,
Licuala lanata,
Licuala lanuginosa,
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
Ninh Khac Ban: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.K.Ban' in the authors string.
Nguyen Quoc Dung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Q.Dung' in the authors string.