Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
baluchestanica
ID:
1304206

Status:
valid

Authors:
Khodash.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 22: 102 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316660

Common Names

  • Nannorrhops Baluchestanica
  • Baluchestanica Palm
  • Nannorrhops Palm

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Description

Nannorrhops baluchestanica (also called Baluchistan Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the Middle East, specifically Iran and Afghanistan. It is a solitary, medium-sized palm, growing up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 20 cm in diameter. It is found in dry lowland forests, often near rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Nannorrhops baluchestanica is a shrub native to Central Asia. It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nannorrhops baluchestanica has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nannorrhops baluchestanica is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach a height of up to 2 m (6 ft). It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Nannorrhops baluchestanica

Nannorrhops baluchestanica can be found in dry regions of Iran and Afghanistan.

Nannorrhops baluchestanica FAQ

What is the common name of Nannorrhops baluchestanica?

Baluchestanica Nannorrhops

What is the natural habitat of Nannorrhops baluchestanica?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South Asia

What is the size of Nannorrhops baluchestanica?

It can reach a height of up to 2 meters

Species in the Nannorrhops genus

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

Mansooreh Khodashenas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Khodash.' in the authors string.