Status:
valid
Authors:
(Warb.) Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Wien. Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 89: 502 (1913 publ. 1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000242658
Common Names
- Metroxylon salomonense
- Solomon Island Sago Palm
- Salomonense Palm
Description
Metroxylon salomonense (also called Solomon Islands sago palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to the Solomon Islands. It is a single-stemmed palm with a slender trunk and a rounded crown of pinnate leaves. It grows in lowland rainforest and swamp forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Metroxylon salomonense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for windbreaks and erosion control. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating wounds, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Metroxylon salomonense has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Metroxylon salomonense can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Metroxylon salomonense
Metroxylon salomonense is a species of flowering palm native to the Pacific Islands. It can be found in lowland and montane forests, scrubland, and coastal areas.
Metroxylon salomonense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metroxylon Salomonense?
Metroxylon Salomonense
What is the common name of Metroxylon Salomonense?
Solomon Island Palm
What is the natural habitat of Metroxylon Salomonense?
Tropical rainforests in the Solomon Islands
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