Status:
valid
Authors:
(Becc.) Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 2: 167 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269815
Common Names
- Pholidocarpus kingianus
- King's Date Palm
- Kingianus Date Palm
Description
Pholidocarpus kingianus (also called King's pholidocarpus, 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
Pholidocarpus kingianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pholidocarpus kingianus are yellow-orange and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pholidocarpus kingianus 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 Pholidocarpus kingianus
Pholidocarpus kingianus is native to Southeast Asia and is rarely found in cultivation.
Pholidocarpus kingianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pholidocarpus kingianus?
Pholidocarpus kingianus
What is the common name of Pholidocarpus kingianus?
King's Fishtail Palm
What is the natural habitat of Pholidocarpus kingianus?
It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Pholidocarpus 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,