Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
upoluense
ID:
243331

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 12(2): 184 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000242663

Common Names

  • Metroxylon upoluense
  • Upoluense Sago Palm
  • Upoluense Palm

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Description

Metroxylon upoluense (also called Upolu 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 upoluense 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 upoluense 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metroxylon upoluense is a species of palm tree native to Samoa. It is a slow-growing species that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated from seed, which should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Once planted, the seed should be kept moist until germination occurs, which can take up to 6 months.

Where to Find Metroxylon upoluense

Metroxylon upoluense 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 upoluense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metroxylon Upoluense?

Metroxylon Upoluense

What is the common name of Metroxylon Upoluense?

Upolu Sago Palm

What is the natural habitat of Metroxylon Upoluense?

Tropical rainforests in Samoa

Species in the Arecaceae family

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