Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
warburgii
ID:
243334

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

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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.

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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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