Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
palmerianus
ID:
228554

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.M.Bailey) Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 331 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227884

Common Names

  • Palmer's Walking Stick Palm
  • Palmer's Walking Stick
  • Palmer Walking Stick Palm

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Description

Linospadix palmerianus (also called Walking Stick Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to the tropical rainforests of Queensland, Australia. It is an evergreen, solitary palm with a slender trunk and a crown of fan-shaped leaves. It typically grows in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Linospadix palmerianus 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 palmerianus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linospadix palmerianus 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 palmerianus

Linospadix palmerianus is native to Australia.

Linospadix palmerianus FAQ

What type of soil does Linospadix palmerianus prefer?

Linospadix palmerianus prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Linospadix palmerianus need?

Linospadix palmerianus needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Linospadix palmerianus be watered?

Linospadix palmerianus should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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-112596: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.