Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
270459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind., ed. 1832. 3: 789 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269791

Common Names

  • Marsh Phoenix
  • Marsh Date Palm
  • Marsh Date

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Description

Phoenix paludosa (also called Marsh date palm, among many other common names) is a single-stemmed palm tree with pinnate leaves and yellow-orange fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Phoenix paludosa is mainly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its edible fruits and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phoenix paludosa are yellow-orange and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoenix paludosa is a hardy, evergreen palm that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Phoenix paludosa

Phoenix paludosa is native to Southeast Asia and is rarely found in cultivation.

Phoenix paludosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoenix paludosa?

Phoenix paludosa

What is the common name of Phoenix paludosa?

Gangetic Date Palm

What is the natural habitat of Phoenix paludosa?

It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

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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