Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
270472

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Anderson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 11: 13 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269804

Common Names

  • Rupicolous Phoenix
  • Rupicolous Date Palm
  • Rupicolous Date

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Description

Phoenix rupicola (also called Cliff 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 rupicola 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 rupicola 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 rupicola is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to keep it at a desired size.

Where to Find Phoenix rupicola

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

Phoenix rupicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoenix rupicola?

Phoenix rupicola

What is the common name of Phoenix rupicola?

Rock Date Palm

What is the natural habitat of Phoenix rupicola?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-152705: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.