Phoenix sylvestris - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Roxb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind., ed. 1832. 3: 787 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269807
Common Names
- Phoenix sylvestris
- Wild Date Palm
- Silver Date Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phoenix sylvestris (also called Wild 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 sylvestris 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 sylvestris are yellow-orange and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phoenix sylvestris 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 sylvestris
Phoenix sylvestris is native to Southeast Asia and is rarely found in cultivation.
Phoenix sylvestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phoenix sylvestris?
Phoenix sylvestris
What is the common name of Phoenix sylvestris?
Silver Date Palm
What is the natural habitat of Phoenix sylvestris?
It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Phoenix 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-152708: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.