Status:
valid
Authors:
(Heimerl) Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 12(2): 182 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000242666
Common Names
- Metroxylon warburgii
- Warburgii Sago Palm
- Warburgii Palm
Description
Metroxylon warburgii (also called Warburg's 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 warburgii 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 warburgii 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 warburgii is a species of palm tree native to the Solomon Islands. 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 warburgii
Metroxylon warburgii 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 warburgii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metroxylon Warburgii?
Metroxylon Warburgii
What is the common name of Metroxylon Warburgii?
Warburg's Sago Palm
What is the natural habitat of Metroxylon Warburgii?
Tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
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