Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
storckii
ID:
251357

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Wendl.) Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Palme Nuova Caledonia : 10 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250689

Common Names

  • Neoveitchia storckii
  • Storck's neoveitchia
  • Storck's neoveitchia orchid

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Description

Neoveitchia storckii (also called Star Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a solitary, fan-shaped palm with a slender, grey trunk and a crown of palmate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Neoveitchia storckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Neoveitchia storckii are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoveitchia storckii is a terrestrial orchid that is best grown in a humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil in light shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Neoveitchia storckii

Neoveitchia storckii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Neoveitchia storckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoveitchia storckii?

Neoveitchia storckii

What is the common name of Neoveitchia storckii?

Storck's Palm

What is the natural habitat of Neoveitchia storckii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Neoveitchia 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,

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