Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mart.) H.Wendl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 39(2-3): 199. 1875 [Jun 1875] , as 'monostachyos'
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227881
Common Names
- Walking Stick Palm
- Palm Lily
- Climbing Palm
Description
Linospadix monostachyos (also called Single-stalked Linospadix, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is an evergreen palm with yellow flowers. It is native to Brazil, and is found in wet, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Linospadix monostachyos is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets and other items for decoration.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Linospadix monostachyos is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with a short, curved spadix. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Linospadix monostachyos is a species of palm native to Australia. It is a small to medium-sized palm, growing to a height of 4–7 m (13–23 ft). The leaves are pinnate, up to 1.5 m (4.9 ft) long, with up to 100 leaflets. The trunk is slender and often curved. The plant is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment with plenty of light.
Where to Find Linospadix monostachyos
Linospadix monostachyos is native to Australia.
Linospadix monostachyos FAQ
What type of soil does Linospadix monostachyos prefer?
Linospadix monostachyos prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
How much light does Linospadix monostachyos need?
Linospadix monostachyos needs bright, indirect light.
How often should Linospadix monostachyos be watered?
Linospadix monostachyos should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Linospadix 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,